Toddler Teacher

Magical Beginnings Inc; Wakefield (MA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

13 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Weekly pay and direct deposit

Mentor program

Classroom tablets

Budget for classroom supplies

Job summary

Magical Beginnings Wakefield Center is hiring a Toddler Teacher to lead a classroom of curious toddlers with patience, positivity, and purposeful guidance. You will collaborate with a co-teacher to implement curricula, track progress, and communicate with families.

The role emphasizes safe, engaging, and developmentally supportive activities in a nurturing environment. The position requires EEC Infant Toddler Certification and experience in a center setting, with a strong emphasis on teamwork,

Qualifications

• EEC Infant Toddler Certification is required and CDA or Early Education degree is preferred.
• Daycare experience in a center-based or private school setting is expected.
• Demonstrates patience, positive energy, and commitment to developmental milestones.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the co-teacher to prepare curriculum, lessons, and newsletters.
• Keep parents informed via Class Dojo and classroom boards.
• Maintain safe, clean, and engaging classrooms.
• Support age-appropriate interactive activities and free play.
• Assist with bathroom needs, meals, and nap routines as needed.
• Follow daily schedule and assist teachers with activities and assessments.

Skills

Patience

Positive energy

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

EEC Infant Toddler Certification

CDA or degree in Early Education

Job description

Inspire Growth. Build Confidence. Spark Curiosity. Join Magical Beginnings as a Toddler Classroom Teacher!

At Magical Beginnings, we believe the toddler years are a magical time full of discovery, wonder, and rapid development. With care, we care — and that deep commitment to nurturing young learners is at the heart of everything we do.

We are currently seeking a Toddler Teacher to join our loving and experienced team at our Wakefield center. In this role, you will lead a classroom of curious and active toddlers, guiding them through essential milestones with patience, positivity, and purpose.

You'll thrive in this role if you have:

• EEC Infant Toddler Certification required. CDA or degree in Early Education preferred.
• Daycare experience in a center-based or private school setting
• Patience, positive energy, and a love for helping young children meet and exceed their developmental goals

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 a Toddler Teacher, you will be responsible for:

• Collaborating with your co-teacher to equally prepare curriculum, lesson plans, materials, and monthly newsletters.
• Keeping parents informed by posting parent information on the Class Dojo app and classroom boards.
• Providing a safe environment by maintaining orderly, clean, and appealing classrooms.
• Encouraging children’s participation by providing age-appropriate interactive activities.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the classroom: routine opening/closing of the classroom (including, but not limited to wiping down the toys, cleaning tables, vacuuming the room, sanitizing the room (after all children have left), bathrooms, emptying trash, and overall preparation of the classroom for the next morning.
• Engaging with students in free play, supervising/zone during outdoor time, helping with bathroom needs (including toilet training assistance and diapering), snack and meal assistance (preparing bottles, heating up lunches, cutting up food, helping open containers, supervision), naptime assistance, etc.
• Adhering to the daily classroom schedule while assisting teachers.
• Tracking children’s progress and completing assessments.
• Maintaining your EEC required professional development hours and PQ registry.
• Attending monthly staff meetings.
• Creating a fun and safe learning environment for your students.
• Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students and parents.

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
• 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
• School community outreach projects

*Available to full-time employees only

$18 - $24 an hour

Payroll is processed weekly.

About Magical Beginnings

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood schools 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 Beginningsis 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.