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Early Childhood Educator

The Nest Schools
Wallingford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/6/2026

Overview

Build Your Career at The Nest Schools

At The Nest Schools, we create meaningful learning experiences that help children grow, explore, and build a strong foundation for the future.

We are seeking caring, dedicated early childhood educators who understand the important role they play in a child’s development.

The Nest is not your average preschool center. We are a community of early childhood professionals who are valued, supported, and given opportunities to grow.

Open Positions

Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher 

Position placement is based on education, experience, and qualifications.

Competitive Pay and Career Growth

Your experience and education matter. Compensation is determined based on your qualifications and years of experience.

Ask us about our Career Ladder and how The Nest can help you advance your skills, responsibilities, and earning potential.

Why Educators Choose The Nest Schools

We actively work to create a supportive and positive workplace built around our core values:

Wellness. Kindness. Innovation. Fun.

At The Nest, you will have the training, resources, and support needed to succeed in the classroom and continue building a rewarding career in early childhood education.

Benefits and Perks

  • Industry-leading pay and benefits
  • Up to 50% off childcare, a value of up to $8,000 annually, space permitting
  • Paid Early Childhood Education advancement opportunities
  • Career guidance from experienced childcare professionals
  • Nest University training and certificate programs
  • Mentor programs for continued support and development
  • Fun Day Mondays
  • Employee Appreciation and Recognition Program
  • Wellness Initiatives
  • Staff events and off-site team-building activities
  • Opportunities to connect with educators across the region and company
  • Classroom materials and resources provided
  • Clear opportunities for professional and career growth

Grow With Nest University

Nest University provides innovative training and certificate programs designed to create real career opportunities in early childhood education.

Whether you are beginning your career or ready to take the next step, we are committed to helping you develop as an educator and achieve your professional goals.


Qualifications

 

Qualifications

  • Previous daycare or childcare experience preferred
  • Early Childhood Education experience or coursework preferred
  • A passion for helping young children learn and grow
  • A commitment to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom
  • Must be able to regularly lift, carry, push and pull a minimum of 20 pounds, including children and classroom materials, with or without reasonable accommodations

Ready to Be Valued as an Educator?

Are you a teacher or assistant teacher who feels stuck in your current position?

Are you looking for better compensation, stronger support, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to grow?

Join a school that recognizes you for what you truly are: an early childhood educator making a lasting difference in children’s lives.

Join The Nest Schools today.

Learn more and apply at:

https://thenestschool.com/careers/

Salary : $17 - $21

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