Daycare Teachers

At Building Blocks, we cherish the passion and dedication of our educators. With generous time off, opportunities to grow, and real work‑life balance, we’re here to help you build a career—and a life—you love in and out of the classroom. We’re looking for dedicated educators to join our Middletown team, guided by an experienced School Director and united by shared values of teamwork, passion, and growth. Salary Ranges: $18.50 to $24.00 per hour for Lead Teacher Qualified Candidates, and $16.94 to $22.00 per hour for Assistant Candidates. Benefits Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition, including tax‑friendly tuition reduction options. Generous time off, paid time off between Christmas & New Years Day, and additional federal holiday closures. Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, & vision, all effective from start date. Additional benefit selections, including pet insurance are also available. Free subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors. 401(k) plan with eligibility for up to a 4% discretionary employer contribution each year (must be 21+ to enroll. Eligibility starts after 60 days of employment). Pay increase opportunities related to job performance, updates in certification credentials, and degree completion. Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference. Employee referral program available. Hiring Process If you’re a match for the role, we’ll reach out to schedule a phone interview. Strong candidates will be invited for an in‑person interview at the school. You’ll hear from us within 48 hours of your interview. This location operates year‑round, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM (operating hours subject to change). Responsibilities Managing classroom needs to support children’s well‑being. Nurturing a love of learning through a child‑centered approach with social‑emotional, STEAM, and nature‑based activities. Maintaining regular communication with families essential to fostering collaborative growth. Qualifications Must pass required state and company background checks. Must have a high school diploma, GED, or be enrolled in classes. EEC teacher certification or requirements completed to be submitted for review (for roles requiring EECCertification). Adhere to all company policies and EEC regulations. Ability to stand, move, run, and play for most of the day. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times a day. About Us Building Blocks is a subsidiary of Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers. We provide award‑winning early education and child care across 41 New England schools. Through the experience and talents of nearly 900 early education professionals and in partnership with nearly 4,000 families, we are on a meaningful journey to create optimal learning spaces where children ages 0‑5 can learn, grow, and thrive. Our teams, whether at our home office or inside our schools, are change makers – they inspire, create, model, and most importantly make this a great place to work. We are consistently recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues representative of the diversity within the communities in which we operate. Our focus on equity and inclusion allows us to develop a broader scope of ideas and approaches, offering a collaborative and dynamic educational experience for the youngest members of society. #J-18808-Ljbffr