Infant Teacher – Early Head Start

The Dimock Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dimock Center is seeking an Infant Teacher for Early Head Start in Boston. The role requires creating a safe, nurturing learning space and delivering individualized, developmentally appropriate curriculum informed by observations, assessments, and family input.

Compliance with program policies and standards is essential. Mission-driven and community-focused, this position offers ongoing training, coaching, and opportunities for career growth within a supportive team environment that serves

Qualifications

• EEC Teacher Certification is required.
• CDA or equivalent with infant/toddler focus required for Early Head Start.
• At least 2 years of experience working with diverse children and families.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Plan and implement individualized curriculum based on observations, assessments, and family input.
• Use the Pyramid Model to support social-emotional development.
• Conduct developmental screenings, track progress, and support early intervention referrals as needed.
• Partner with families through daily communication, conferences, and home visits.
• Collaborate with co-teachers, specialists, and Family Support staff.
• Ensure active supervision and maintain a clean, organized classroom.
• Use positive discipline strategies to guide behavior.
• Maintain accurate documentation (attendance, assessments, incidents, meal counts).
• Participate in trainings, coaching, and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Bilingual

Education

EEC Teacher Certification

CDA or equivalent infant/toddler focus

Associate's or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Infant Teacher - Early Head Start

• Approved Salary: $20-$35.70/hr, based on experience, education, and certification
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:15am to 3:45pm

This role is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where infants can grow and thrive. The Teacher designs and delivers individualized, developmentally appropriate curriculum informed by child observations, assessment data, and family input. Through responsive caregiving and strong partnerships, the Teacher supports positive outcomes for children and families while ensuring consistent supervision and full compliance with all program policies and federal, state, and local standards.

Summary/Objective

Mission-driven, community-focused work in a supportive, team-based environment, with ongoing training, coaching, and career growth, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on children and families.

Essential Functions

• Create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Plan and implement individualized curriculum based on observations, assessments, and family input.
• Use the Pyramid Model to support social-emotional development.
• Conduct developmental screenings, track progress, and support early intervention referrals as needed.
• Partner with families through daily communication, conferences, and home visits.
• Collaborate with co-teachers, specialists, and Family Support staff.
• Ensure active supervision and maintain a clean, organized classroom.
• Use positive discipline strategies to guide behavior.
• Maintain accurate documentation (attendance, assessments, incidents, meal counts).
• Participate in trainings, coaching, and ongoing professional development.

Competencies

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Cape Verdean Creole) a plus.

Work Environment

Works indoors and outdoors as needed. Mandated reporter; must maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and actively engage with children throughout the day.

Required Qualifications

• EEC Teacher Certification required.
• CDA or equivalent with infant/toddler focus required for Early Head Start.
• At least 2 years of experience working with diverse children and families.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or related field.

Other Duties

This job description is not intended to cover a comprehensive listing of duties or responsibilities and may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

The Dimock Center values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.