Infant Teacher

Magical Beginnings; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

13 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Weekly pay and direct deposit

Parental leave

Child care discount

Job summary

Magical Beginnings is seeking an Infant Teacher to provide individualized, nurturing care for infants (6 weeks to 15 months) in our licensed Beverly center. This full‑time role emphasizes infant development, safe sleep practices, and strong family communication.

Applicants should hold MA EEC Infant/Toddler Certification (or CDA) and be prepared to obtain CPR/First Aid if needed. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package and weekly payroll.

Qualifications

• Warm, responsive caregiving style and understanding of infant development.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months).
• Experience with infants (6 weeks–15 months) in licensed programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, nurturing care to infants in a licensed setting.
• Support early milestones through tummy time, sensory play, cuddles, and routines.
• Maintain a safe, clean classroom by following diapering, feeding, and sleep best practices.
• Build trusting relationships with families via open, ongoing communication.

Skills

Warm caregiving

Infant development knowledge

CPR/First Aid (cert)

Education

Massachusetts EEC Infant/Toddler Certification (Required)

CDA

Job description

Join a Place Where Hugs, First Smiles, and Milestone Moments Matter Every Day!

Magical Beginnings is hiring a nurturing, dependable Infant Teacher for our licensed early education center in Beverly, Massachusetts.

If you are EEC certified, EEC qualified, or have experience as a daycare teacher, preschool teacher, childcare provider, paraprofessional, or early childhood educator, we would love to connect with you! If you love the 6 weeks–15 months age group, this is the place for you.

Location: Beverly, MA
Job Type: Full-Time
Age Group: Infant (6 weeks–15 months)
Certification: EEC Infant/Toddler Certification or CDA

You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

• Massachusetts EEC Infant/Toddler Teacher Certification (Required)
• Experience working with infants (6 weeks to 15 months) in a licensed early childhood education program, daycare, or child care center
• A warm, responsive caregiving style and understanding of infant development
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months of hire)

Some requirements of the role include:

• Flexibility to work an 8-hour shift within the operating hours of the school, including opening and closing shifts
• Ability to spend extended periods of time on the floor with the children
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to stand up to 90% of the workday
• Attentiveness, strong time management, and a team-focused mindset

As an Infant Teacher, you will be responsible for:

• Providing individualized, nurturing care to infants in a licensed child care or daycare setting
• Supporting early developmental milestones through tummy time, sensory play, cuddles, and structured routines
• Ensuring a safe and clean classroom environment by following best practices for diapering, feeding, and safe sleep
• Building trusting relationships with families by maintaining open and ongoing communication about each child’s growth

What Magical Beginnings offers you:

• Paid sick time
• 13 paid holidays*, plus a guaranteed paid week-long winter break
• Paid snow days and vacation time*
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
• Long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance with additional voluntary coverage
• Parental leave
• Child care discount ($25/day)
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• Referral and enrollment bonuses
• Classroom tablets
• A budget for classroom supplies
• Paid classroom planning time
• Free coffee and tea
• Teachers’ lounge and break room
• Mentor program
• Teacher appreciation events
• Team building activities
• Holiday parties and seasonal events
• School community outreach projects

*Available to full-time employees only

$18 - $24 an hour

Payroll is processed weekly.