Job Description

Magical Beginnings Learning Academy is urgently hiring a Certified Infant Teacher (EEC Certified) for our infant and toddler program in Middleton, MA (225 Maple Street) If you're an experienced infant teacher, infant/toddler teacher, or early childhood educator who loves the 6 weeks–15 months age group, we'd love to meet you.

At Magical Beginnings, we believe exceptional early childhood education begins with exceptional educators. As an Infant Teacher, you'll provide warm, responsive, and nurturing care during some of the most critical months of a child's development — building trust, security, and the foundation for lifelong learning. You'll build lasting relationships with children and families while working alongside experienced educators committed to collaboration, continuous learning, and providing the highest quality early education.

We're looking for educators who are gentle, attentive, and dedicated to creating a safe, loving environment where every infant feels secure and every teacher has the opportunity to thrive. Our motto is simple: With Care, We Care — for children, educators, and our communities. If you're ready to grow your career in early childhood education while making a lasting difference in the lives of young children, we'd love to welcome you to the Magical Beginnings family in Middleton.

You'll thrive in this role if:

You bring a calm, gentle, and nurturing presence to everything you do
You're attentive to even the smallest cues and changes in an infant's needs
You find joy in the everyday moments — feedings, naps, tummy time, first steps
You're patient, warm, and comfortable building trust with both babies and their families
You take pride in creating a consistent, secure routine for the children in your care
You value close, honest communication with parents about their child's day

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 an Infant Teacher, you will be responsible for:

Collaborating with your co-teacher to prepare curriculum, lesson plans, and materials
Providing responsive, individualized care that supports each infant's development through gentle, age-appropriate activities
Keeping parents informed and building positive relationships with children and families
Maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly classroom environment
Assisting with daily routines, including bottles, meals, diapering, and naptime, tailored to each infant's individual feeding and sleeping schedule
Tracking children's progress and completing required assessments
Maintaining your EEC-required professional development hours and PQ registry
Helping infants build a sense of security, trust, and early communication skills

What Magical Beginnings offers you:

Paid sick time
14 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

At Magical Beginnings, we don't just provide childcare — we build foundations for life.

If you're passionate about early childhood education and ready to join a preschool community that truly lives its values, apply today. We are actively and urgently hiring our next Infant Teacher at our Middleton, MA location.

Magical Beginnings Learning Academy is a growing network of early childhood schools across the North Shore, dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments for children and rewarding careers for our teachers. If you're ready to join a team that has fun, laughs together, and supports each other — contact us! We cannot wait to meet you!

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.

About Magical Beginnings Learning Centers

Magical Beginnings is an award-winning collection of early learning centers serving children and families across New England. With a focus on building self-confidence through curiosity and community, our dedicated educators help each child grow at their own pace, preparing them for a bright and independent future.

Our mission is care. We put our hearts into everything we do, from the careful attention paid to children and our environments, to the deeply loving care we provide within our classrooms, to the joyful impact we make in the communities we serve. When we inspire confidence and encourage self-expression, we believe that every day can be filled with discovery, laughter, and learning.

We're not just a daycare - we're a partner in each child's development, offering peace of mind for families and celebrating each magical moment along the way.

Industry

Unknown

Company Size

51-200 employees

Headquarters

Beverly, Massachusetts

Year Founded

2000

Website

magicalbeginningslc.com

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