Infant Teacher

Primrose School of North Shore - Danvers; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Free snacks and lunches

Job summary

A leading early childhood education provider in Danvers is looking for passionate teachers to create nurturing classroom environments and implement engaging lesson plans for preschool-aged children. This role offers competitive pay ranging from $20.00–$24.00 per hour, guaranteed hours, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Candidates should ideally have experience in childcare or early education, with a preference for those holding an EEC Certification or relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or early education.
• EEC Certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing, engaging classroom environment.
• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Maintain classroom safety and positive behavior management.
• Support children's social, emotional, and individual learning needs.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Education

Associate degree in ECE or related field

EEC Certification or equivalent

Job description

Primrose School of North Shore – Danvers

Make a Lasting Impact on Children — and on Your Career

$20.00–$24.00 per hour (based on experience, education, and training)

Schedule: 8:00 am–5:00 pm or 8:30 am–5:30 pm (1‑hour break)

At Primrose School of North Shore – Danvers, our teachers change lives every day. Whether you’re starting your career in early childhood education or looking to grow in a supportive, professional environment, we provide the training, resources, and consistency you need to succeed.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Consistent, guaranteed hours — your schedule will not be reduced
• Primrose Balanced Learning® Curriculum provided — no lesson planning on personal time.
• Paid weekly planning time built into your schedule
• Fully stocked resource room — no out‑of‑pocket expenses
• Supportive leadership team, including a Director of Education

Key Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing, engaging classroom environment for preschool‑aged children
• Implement age‑appropriate lesson plans (provided)
• Maintain classroom safety and positive behavior management
• Communicate with children, families, and team members
• Support children’s social, emotional, and individual learning needs
• Participate in ongoing professional development
• Bring energy, positivity, and joy to the classroom

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

✅ Guaranteed Hours & Paid Time Off

• Guaranteed pay for scheduled hours
• 14 paid holidays, including paid company‑wide shutdown between Christmas and New Year
• Paid snow days
• Vacation and sick time that grows with tenure
• Bonus floating holiday at one‑year anniversary (renews annually)

✅ Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

✅ Retirement & Financial Support

• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 4% (after one year)
• Competitive pay with growth opportunities

✅ Professional Development

• Paid First Aid/CPR and teacher training
• ECE tuition assistance
• Ongoing growth and internal advancement opportunities

✅ Perks & Recognition

• Free snacks and lunches prepared by an in‑house chef
• Teacher appreciation gifts and team‑building events
• Tuition discount for children of full‑time employees

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or early education
• EEC Certification or equivalent
• Associate degree or higher in ECE or related field (preferred)
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds