Child Care - Lead Infant Teacher *$2,000 Sign On Bonus*
Heartworks Early Education·South Burlington, Vermont
Heartworks Early Education·South Burlington, Vermont
Daily responsibilities include managing classroom needs to support children’s well-being and nurturing a love of learning through a child-centered approach incorporating social-emotional, STEAM, and nature-based activities. Educators must also maintain regular communication with families to foster collaborative growth.
At Heartworks Early Education, we cherish the passion and dedication of our educators. With generous time off, opportunities to grow, and real work-life balance, we’re here to help you build a career—and a life—you love in and out of the classroom. We’re looking for dedicated educators to join our South Burlington team, guided by an experienced School Director and united by shared values of teamwork, passion, and growth.
$20.00 to $24.37 per hour for Lead Teacher Qualified Candidates & $19.00 to $22.09 per hour for Assistant Candidates.
Enjoy up to 75% off your child’s tuition, health benefits from day one, generous paid time off, free 24/7 virtual doctor access, a 401(k) with discretionary employer yearly contribution, career growth opportunities, and more!
If you're a match for the role, we’ll reach out to schedule a phone interview. Strong candidates will be invited for an in-person interview at the school. You’ll hear from us within 48 hours of your interview.
30AM – 5:30PM (Operating hours subject to change).
50% on the first pay period following your 180th day of employment and 50% on the first pay period following 270 days of consecutive employment.
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Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition, including tax-friendly tuition reduction options.
Generous time off, in addition to paid time off between Christmas & New Years Day, and additional federal holiday closures.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, & vision, all effective from start date. Additional benefit selections, including pet insurance are also available.
Free subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors.
401(k) plan with eligibility for up to a 4% discretionary employer contribution each year (Must be 21+ to enroll. Eligibility starts after 60 days of employment).
Pay increase opportunities related to job performance, updates in certification credentials, and degree completion.
Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference.
Employee referral program available.
$20.00 to $24.37 per hour for Lead Teacher Qualified Candidates & $19.00 to $22.09 per hour for Assistant Candidates.
The compensation range represents Heartworks' intention for this position. Actual offers may vary based on experience, education, and other business factors.
Keywords: child care, daycare, preschool teacher, childcare, teacher, early childhood education, education \n
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We’re Growing! Heartworks Early Educationis a subsidiary of Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers. Heartworks provides award-winning early education and child care across 41 New England schools. Through the experience and talents of nearly 900 early education professionals and in partnership with nearly 4,000 families, we are on a meaningful journey to create optimal learning spaces where children ages 0-5 can learn, grow, and thrive.
Our teams, whether at our home office or inside our schools, are change makers – they inspire, create, model, and most importantly make this a great place to work. At Heartworks, we are consistently recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity within the communities in which we operate. Our focus on equity and inclusion allows us to develop a broader scope of ideas and approaches, offering a collaborative and dynamic educational experience for the youngest members of society.
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Candidates must comply with all Vermont Public Health and Child Care Regulations, pass required background checks, and serve as a mandated reporter while ensuring classroom environments meet NAEYC’s Anti-Bias Early Education standards. Specific qualifications include meeting one of several criteria involving Vermont career ladder certificates, CDA, specific course completion, or college credits plus 12 months of relevant experience.
Market context
In Vermont, lead infant teacher roles are typically competitive because centers need candidates who can meet state child care regulations, pass background checks, and maintain infant classrooms aligned with NAEYC anti-bias standards. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster without extra research. Before applying, confirm which qualification pathway you meet and be ready to discuss infant care experience and mandated reporter responsibilities.