Head Start Infant Toddler Teacher

CAPSTONE COMMUNITY ACTION INC; Barre (VT); On-site; USD 26,353 - 31,285; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Employer Match

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Generous Time Off

Job summary

CAPSTONE COMMUNITY ACTION INC in Barre, Vermont, is seeking an Infant and Toddler Teacher to support young children's development through positive guidance and engaging learning experiences. The position requires a CDA credential or equivalent and experience with infants and toddlers. Full-time pay ranges from $19.13 to $22.71 per hour, with benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include CDA credential or equivalent.
• Must have training in early childhood development focused on infants and toddlers.

Responsibilities

• Champion positive life choices and guidance.
• Create joyful learning experiences for children.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of infants and toddlers.
• Empower families and support community engagement.

Skills

Experience working with infants and toddlers

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of community resources

Ability to assist toddlers in navigating stairs and equipment

Reliable transportation

Commitment to a flexible work schedule

Teamwork and supervision acceptance

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential

Training or equivalent coursework in early childhood development

Job description

November 2025

Since 1965, Capstone Community Action has supported individuals and families in Central Vermont in achieving economic and housing stability and raising out of poverty. Capstone's early childhood education and family services are central to its mission, offering center-based and home-based Head Start and Early Head Start programs that support positive child, family, and community outcomes that use a whole-child approach and actively engage parents as partners in their children's early learning and development.

Qualifications

The required minimum qualifications for the Infant and Toddler Teacher include a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential, and training or equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development.

What You'll Do

• Champion Positive Life Choices and Guidance
• Create Joyful Learning Experiences
• Keep Little Ones Safe, Loved & Thriving
• Support and Empower Child, Families and the Community

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $19.13-$22.71 per hour
• 40-hour week: Monday through Friday
• Full Time Benefits: 401K with Employer Match, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous Time Off including Paid Holidays
• Professional Development!

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with infants and toddlers is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with young children and adults.
• Working knowledge of community resources, parenting issues, adult learning styles, and sensitivity to the needs of low-income families.
• Must be able to evacuate infants and toddlers from the building in a timely, efficient manner.
• Must be able to assist toddlers in navigating stairs, playground equipment and changing tables. Must be able to quickly catch up to a fleeing toddler.
• Reliable transportation, valid Vermont driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Commitment to a flexible work schedule
• Commitment to working as part of a local team and acceptance of supervision.

Capstone Community Action is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance