Infant Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

13 paid holidays, plus winter break

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Magical Beginnings Inc. seeks a dedicated Certified Infant Teacher to join our Pembroke, MA early childhood center. You will care for infants, collaborate on lesson plans, and support development in a warm, nurturing environment.

We value safety, communication with families, and ongoing professional development. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and weekly payroll, with a strong focus on caregiving excellence.

Qualifications

• EEC Infant Toddler Certification or CDA required.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s in ECE preferred.
• Daycare experience in center-based or private school setting.
• Nurturing demeanor and love for infants.
• Minimum of one year experience in an infant classroom; safe feeding/sleeping, diapering, sanitation, and motor development support.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with co-teacher to prepare curriculum, lesson plans, and materials.
• Provide responsive, individualized care supporting each infant's development.
• Keep parents informed and build positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Infant care

Nurturing demeanor

Safety & feeding knowledge

Child development support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Certified Infant Teacher
Early Childhood Education | Childcare | Daycare | Full-Time | Pembroke, MA

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

Are you a nurturing, patient, and passionate caregiver who loves helping infants grow, explore, and thrive? We're looking for a dedicated EEC Certified Infant Teacher to join our warm, welcoming early childhood education center in Pembroke — where every coo, giggle, and developmental milestone is celebrated. If you're an experienced infant teacher, infant/toddler teacher, or early childhood educator who loves the 6 weeks–15 months age group, we'd love to meet you.

At our center, you'll be part of a supportive team that values connection, compassion, and curiosity. You'll provide loving, responsive care in a safe, enriching environment designed to help our littlest learners feel secure, soothed, and stimulated. From tummy time to first steps, you'll play an important role in shaping a child's earliest experiences and building the foundation for lifelong learning.

You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

• EEC Infant Toddler Certification or CDA required
• High School Diploma or GED required, Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• Daycare experience in a center-based or private school setting
• A nurturing demeanor and a love for infants and their development
• A minimum of one year of experience working in an infant classroom, practicing safe feeding/sleeping, diapering, sanitation, and sensory and motor development support

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:

• Collaborating with your co-teacher to prepare curriculum, lesson plans, and materials
• Providing responsive, individualized care that supports each infant's development through gentle, age-appropriate activities
• Keeping parents informed and building positive relationships with children and families
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly classroom environment
• Assisting with daily routines, including bottles, meals, diapering, and naptime, tailored to each infant's individual feeding and sleeping schedule
• Tracking children's progress and completing required assessments
• Maintaining your EEC-required professional development hours and PQ registry
• Helping infants build a sense of security, trust, and early communication skills

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.

At Magical Beginnings, we don't just provide childcare — we build foundations for life.

If you're passionate about early childhood education and ready to join a team that truly lives its values. We are actively and urgently hiring our next Infant Teacher at our Pembroke, MA location.

About Magical Beginnings

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood schools across Massachusetts, dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments. We value collaboration, kindness, and continuous improvement, and we support our team members with a positive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow.

Magical Beginnings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.