Infant Daycare Teacher

The Goddard Schools of Charlestown, Middleton, and Saugus; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School – Charlestown is seeking Certified Infant Teachers to join a premium educational team dedicated to safety and nurturing care. You will lead classrooms for infants and toddlers, plan engaging activities, and collaborate closely with families through our app and in-person meetings.

Open since February 2025, our Charlestown site emphasizes hands-on, inquiry-based curriculum and ongoing professional development to support your growth and career path with a strong community focus.

Qualifications

• MA EEC Infant/Toddler certification is required.
• At least 1 year of experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Meet MA EEC background check and fingerprinting requirements.
• Knowledge of child safety and first-aid protocols.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and flexible.
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs and move safely.
• Comfortable working any required 9-hour shift between 7AM–6PM (1 hour break).
• Attend monthly staff meetings (typically Tuesday, 6–8PM during holiday weeks).
• Able to hear, see, speak, and move effectively in a childcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Co-teaching teams coordinate daily class operations, plan and evaluate engaging activities, and communicate with families—creating a dynamic learning environment.
• You’ll experience the joy of seeing your work come to life through hands-on, inquiry-based curriculum.
• Emphasizes team collaboration, daily parent communication, and ongoing training and career growth.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Safety awareness

Childcare experience

Education

MA EEC Infant/Toddler certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

Certified Infant Teachers!

Do you love working with Infants? Are you flexible, experienced in curriculum, and confident leading classrooms for both babies and toddlera If so, this is the role for you!

We offer a premium educational experience rooted in passion, safety, and nurturing care empowering every child to grow into a joyful, confident learner.

Your Role as a Teacher:

At The Goddard School in Charlestown, co‑teaching teams coordinate daily class operations, plan and evaluate engaging activities, and communicate with families—creating a dynamic and supportive learning environment.

You’ll experience the joy of seeing your work come to life through:

• Team collaboration and regular appreciation events
• Hands-on, inquiry-based curriculum
• Creativity and child‑led projects
• Daily parent communication through our mobile app and in‑person conversations
• Ongoing training and career growth

Required Qualifications:

• Certified by MA EEC for Infant/Toddler
• 1+ year experience in a licensed childcare center
• Meet all MA EEC background check and fingerprinting requirements
• Knowledge of child safety and first-aid protocols
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Reliable, team-oriented, and flexible
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs and move safely around the classroom
• Comfortable working any required 9-hour shift between 7AM–6PM (1 hour break)
• Attend monthly staff meetings (typically Tuesday, 6–8PM during holiday weeks)
• Able to hear, see, speak, and move effectively in a childcare environment
• Capable of responding to emergencies and handling crisis situations involving children

About The Goddard School – Charlestown

Opened in February 2025, our brand‑new facility in the Charlestown Navy Yard offers a rare opportunity to help build a school community from the ground up. Backed by experienced owners and an on‑site operator with years of Goddard and early childhood expertise, our school is designed for long‑term success.

The Goddard School franchise has been a national leader in early education for over 35 years, with 650+ schools across 37 states and Washington D.C. Our proprietary, inquiry‑based curriculum is built on the latest research to prepare children for school and life, while ensuring they have fun along the way.

Goddard Schools are proudly accredited by Cognia and a member of the Partnership for 21st Century Learning. We partner closely with families to raise respectful, confident, joyful learners in a safe and enriching environment.

If you're ready to make a difference in a school that supports your growth, celebrates your strengths, and prioritizes your well‑being—we’d love to meet you!