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Heartworks is looking for Certified Early Educators to join our Burlington Education center!
About Our Downtown Burlington School:
Our downtown Burlington School is a warm and inviting brick building located on Lake Street. Our warm and welcoming staff of early education professionals are available to guide and support you in your new career. Take advantage of our proximity to downtown restaurants and ambiance during your daily break. We are located right off the bus route, and offer dedicated bicycle storage for your convenience. Every member of our time is committed to the success and well-being of our students and staff.
$2,000 Sign-On Bonus for qualified teachers!
Little Sprouts 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!
A Typical Day Looks Like:
- Manage classroom daily needs to support your students' health and well-being.
- Communicate with families and caregivers both in-person and digitally.
- Cultivate a love of learning by applying our child-centered approach, integrating social-emotional learning, STEAM, and nature-based education.
Requirements:
- Comply with all VT Public Health and Child Care Regulations.
- Meet at least one of the following qualifications:
- Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level 1 or 2 Certificate;
- Current CDA (Child Development Associate) plus 12 months of experience with children in grade three or younger;
- State Board of Education approved Human Services Program Certificate focusing on child development or early childhood education, plus 12 months of experience with children in grade three or younger;
- Completion of the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals course or Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate, plus 12 months of experience with children in grade three or younger;
- Completion of a 3-credit college course in child or human development or school-age care and education, plus 12 months of experience with children in grade three or younger.
- 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.
$20 - $24 an hour
$2,000 Sign-On Bonus will be paid out:
50% upon the first pay period following your 180th day of employment ($1,000).
50% upon the first pay period following your 270th day of consecutive employment ($1,000)
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.
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