Toddler Teacher

Magical Beginnings; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Child care discount ($25/day)

Paid classroom planning time

Weekly pay and direct deposit

Job summary

A childcare center in Wakefield, MA, is urgently hiring a Toddler Teacher to lead a classroom and support children's development. Candidates should have EEC certification and experience in early childhood settings. This role offers competitive pay, benefits including medical insurance, paid time off, and other perks. Join a supportive team dedicated to quality education and childcare. Applicants who value teamwork and nurturing environments are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• EEC certified or equivalent experience in early childhood education is required.
• Previous experience in a daycare, preschool, or similar environment is essential.
• Must have a passion for early childhood education and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a toddler classroom in a licensed daycare/preschool.
• Support social, emotional, and developmental milestones.
• Create engaging lesson plans and activities for toddlers.

Skills

EEC Infant Toddler Certification

Patience and positive energy

Strong classroom management skills

Education

Massachusetts EEC Teacher certification

Experience in daycare/preschool

Job description

Overview

Toddler Teacher (Daycare / Preschool / Childcare) – Urgently Hiring | Wakefield, MA

Magical Beginnings is urgently hiring a nurturing and energetic Toddler Teacher for our licensed daycare and preschool childcare center in Wakefield, Massachusetts.

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 commitment to high‑quality early childhood education and childcare is at the heart of everything we do.

If you are EEC certified, EEC qualified, or have experience as a daycare teacher, preschool teacher, childcare provider, or paraprofessional, we encourage you to apply.

You'll Thrive in This Role If You Have:

• EEC Infant Toddler Certification, CDA, or equivalent degree and experience required
• 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
• Flexibility to work any schedule within operating hours of the center (Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm)

Qualifications

• Massachusetts EEC Teacher certification (Infant/Toddler required)
• Experience in daycare, preschool, childcare, or as a paraprofessional
• Passion for early childhood education
• Strong classroom management skills for active toddlers

Ideal Candidate

• Toddler Teacher jobs
• Daycare Teacher jobs
• Preschool Teacher jobs
• Childcare jobs
• Early Childhood Education jobs
• Paraprofessional transitioning to childcare

Responsibilities

• Lead a toddler classroom in a licensed daycare/preschool setting
• Support social, emotional, and developmental milestones
• Create engaging, age‑appropriate lesson plans and activities
• Maintain a safe, clean, and structured childcare environment
• Communicate effectively with families and team members
• Follow all Massachusetts EEC and daycare licensing regulations

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.

If you are ready to join a team that has fun, laughs together, and supports each other, contact us! We cannot wait to meet you!

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 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.