Toddler Teacher

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

Magical Beginnings is urgently hiring a nurturing and energetic Toddler Teacher for our licensed daycare and preschool childcare center in Essex, Massachusetts. We are currently offering a $500 sign-on bonus for candidates hired by April 30th, 2026. 

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.

EEC Infant Toddler Certification, CDA, or equivalent degree and experience (preferred, not 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

Massachusetts EEC Teacher certification (Infant/Toddler preferred)

Experience in daycare, preschool, childcare, or as a paraprofessional

Passion for early childhood education

Strong classroom management skills for active toddlers

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Paraprofessional transitioning to childcare

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

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