Infant Teacher, Early Head Start — Nurturing & Growth

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

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