Child Care Support Teacher

We are looking for a Support Teacher to join our Pinecrest School!

About Our Pinecrest School:

Our Essex Junction School is a bright and inviting building with a large outdoor play area. Our warm and welcoming staff of early education professionals are available to guide and support you in your new career. We are located in a quiet and serene building with innovative classrooms and play areas. Every member of our time is committed to the success and well-being of our students and staff.

Competitive pay range: $17-$22 /hour

Heartworks is committed to becoming the Early Education Employer of Choice with our four pillars:

People First – Prioritizing the growth and experience of our team. 

Pedagogy for Tomorrow – Fostering innovative, child-focused teaching approaches. 

Planet at the Core – Promoting sustainability and nature-based learning. 

Positive Growth – Supporting children, families, and educators in every step forward. 

Our Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

Medical Plans for Individuals, Spouses, and Families with Blue Cross Blue Shield

Access to Virtual Primary/Urgent/and Emergency Mental Health Care with First Stop Health

Dental and Vision Insurance

Generous Tuition Discount for Childcare

401K with up to 4% discretionary match

Company Paid Life Insurance with MetLife

Professional Development & Advancement Opportunities

This is a great time to join our team! Our educators benefit from the expertise of our seasoned childcare staff, and we are looking for compassionate and motivated educators to grow with us!

School's Operating Hours:

This location operates year-round, Monday–Friday, 7:30AM - 5:30PM.

Note: Operating hours subject to change.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrate kindness and respect for self, others, and our community at-large
• Skilled in play-based learning approaches and social-emotional education
• Deliver required paperwork and completed lesson plans on time
• Must pass required state and company background checks
  
  
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Comply with all VT Public Health and Child Care Regulations
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals’ course or the Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger is preferred but not required
• Pass the state-required background check
• Serve as a mandated reporter, on and off campus
• Ensure classroom environments meet NAEYC’s Anti-Bias Early Education standards
• Ability to stand, move, run, and play throughout the day
• Lift up to 30 pounds multiple times daily
  
  
  
  
  

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.