At Magical Beginnings Learning Centers, With Care, We Care is more than a slogan—it's the foundation of everything we do. We believe that exceptional infant care begins with compassionate educators who understand the importance of nurturing relationships, responsive caregiving, and creating a safe environment where babies can learn, grow, and thrive.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Infant Teacher to join our Massachusetts childcare team. This role is ideal for an experienced early childhood educator who is passionate about infant development and enjoys creating meaningful connections with children and families during the earliest stages of learning.

As an Infant Teacher, you'll help provide the loving care, developmental support, and individualized attention that infants need while working in a collaborative childcare environment that values professionalism, teamwork, and quality early education.

Qualified candidates must hold current Massachusetts EEC Infant/Toddler Teacher Certification.

Whether you've worked as an Infant Teacher, Infant Educator, Daycare Teacher, Childcare Teacher, or Early Childhood Teacher, you'll find a supportive team, strong leadership, and opportunities to grow your career at Magical Beginnings.

### What You'll Need to Succeed

Massachusetts EEC Infant/Toddler Teacher Certification required

High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred

Minimum of one year of experience working in an infant classroom within a childcare center, daycare, preschool, or private school setting

Knowledge of safe infant care practices, including feeding, sleeping, diapering, sanitation, and supporting sensory and motor development

Genuine passion for infant care and early childhood development, with a nurturing and patient approach to caregiving

Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

Flexibility to work a full-time 8-hour shift within the center's operating hours, including opening and closing schedules as needed

Ability to actively engage with children throughout the day, including spending extended periods seated on the floor

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform the physical demands of a childcare classroom

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the classroom for the majority of the workday

### What You'll Do

As an Infant Teacher, you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Partner with your co-teacher to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, classroom activities, and monthly family communications
Build strong relationships with families through daily communication, classroom updates, and the ClassDojo platform
Create a welcoming, safe, and engaging classroom environment that supports infant development and early learning
Encourage exploration, discovery, and participation through age-appropriate sensory, social, and motor skill activities
Follow individualized feeding, sleeping, and care schedules to meet each infant's unique needs
Observe, document, and assess children's developmental progress in accordance with program expectations
Support children's daily routines, including feeding, bottle preparation, diapering, toileting, naptime, outdoor play, and transitions throughout the day
Maintain active supervision and ensure children's safety at all times while adhering to Massachusetts EEC regulations and center policies
Keep the classroom clean, organized, and fully prepared for each day through routine sanitization, toy cleaning, classroom maintenance, and opening/closing responsibilities
Collaborate with fellow teachers and center leadership to support a positive, team-focused childcare environment
Maintain required EEC professional development hours and an active PQ Registry profile
Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities as required
Foster a classroom culture built on kindness, patience, curiosity, and a love of learning

### 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

Holiday parties and seasonal events

School community outreach projects

*Available to full-time employees only

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.

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