CAPSTONE COMMUNITY ACTION INC·Barre, Vermont
The teacher is responsible for creating joyful learning experiences and ensuring the safety and well-being of infants and toddlers. They must support and empower families and the community while championing positive life choices for children.
November 2025 Since 1965, Capstone Community Action has supported individuals and families in Central Vermont in achieving economic and housing stability and rising out of poverty. Capstone’s early childhood education and family services are central to its mission, offering center-based and home-based Head Start and Early Head Start programs that support positive child, family, and community outcomes that use a whole-child approach and actively engage parents as partners in their children’s early learning and development.
The required minimum qualifications for the Infant and Toddler Teacher include a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential, and training or equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development What You’ll Do Ø Champion Positive Life Choices and Guidance Ø Create Joyful Learning Experiences Ø Keep Little Ones Safe, Loved & Thriving Ø Support and Empower Child, Families and the Community Compensation & Benefits Ø Competitive Pay: $19.13-$22.71 per hour! Ø 40-hour week -> Monday through Friday! Ø Full Time Benefits: 401K with Employer Match, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous Time Off including Paid Holidays Ø Professional Development! Preferred Experience Requests Ø Experience working with infants and toddlers is strongly preferred. Ø Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with young children and adults. Ø Working knowledge of community resources, parenting issues, adult learning styles, and sensitivity to the needs of low-income families. Ø Must be able to evacuate infants and toddlers from the building in a timely, efficient manner. Ø Must be able to assist toddlers in navigating stairs, playground equipment and changing tables. Must be able to quickly catch up to a fleeing toddler. Ø Reliable transportation, valid Vermont driver's license and proof of insurance. Ø Commitment to a flexible work schedule Ø Commitment to working as part of a local team and acceptance of supervision.
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at 802-479-1053. Capstone is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the Agency does not discriminate based on any characteristic or legally protected status by federal, state and local laws. This applies to all of Capstone’s employment practices, including job application procedures, hiring, or any terms, conditions and privileges of employment.
Candidates must hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) or comparable credential with coursework in early childhood development. Preferred qualifications include experience with infants/toddlers, a valid Vermont driver's license, and the physical ability to manage young children.
Market context
In Vermont, Head Start infant-toddler roles are often competitive because programs need candidates with early childhood credentials, hands-on experience with very young children, and the physical stamina to support daily care and supervision. Requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster without digging through the full posting. If you are considering applying, confirm your CDA or comparable coursework, and note whether you already have a valid Vermont driver’s license and infant-toddler experience.