Assistant Infant/Toddler Teacher

Annual Compensation: $44,720 - $46,800

Position Type: Full-Time, On-site

About VIP

Vermont Information Processing (VIP) is a leading data processing and technology company powering the beverage distribution industry. For decades, VIP has built the systems that suppliers, distributors, and retailers rely on to run their businesses, from order management and route accounting to compliance, pricing, and business intelligence.

We combine deep, hard-won industry expertise with modern technology to solve real problems for a durable, essential industry. Backed by a loyal customer base and a trusted brand, VIP is investing in its next chapter of growth, and in the people who will build it. Join a team where your work directly shapes the tools an entire industry depends on.

About the Role

Are you the person who can turn a cardboard box into a spaceship? Do you believe that every smile, first step, and new discovery is a milestone worth celebrating? If you're patient, nurturing, and passionate about helping young children learn and grow, we'd love to meet you!

VIP's Roots Early Education Center is seeking an Assistant Infant/Toddler Teacher to join our team of dedicated early childhood educators. We are looking for a caring, energetic, and engaged professional who is committed to supporting our youngest learners during their most important developmental years. This role works closely with Lead Infant/Toddler Teachers and the education team to provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for infants and toddlers.

Why You'll Love It Here

The Best Coworkers: They're all under three feet tall, endlessly curious, and always excited to see you. 😊

Growth Opportunities: We value your potential and provide the support, training, and professional development opportunities to help you grow your career in early childhood education.

Make an Impact Every Day: From first smiles to first steps, you'll play an important role in a child's earliest learning experiences.

What You'll Do

Help create a safe, nurturing, and responsive environment where infants and toddlers feel secure, supported, and encouraged to explore.

Assist in implementing developmentally appropriate activities that support social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.

Foster positive interactions that encourage curiosity, learning, and healthy attachment.

Support daily classroom routines, including feeding, diapering, transitions, rest times, and age-appropriate activities.

Assist with observing and documenting developmental milestones and sharing information with the teaching team.

Help maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive classroom environment.

Collaborate with Lead Infant/Toddler Teachers, fellow educators, families, and support staff to promote the success and well-being of each child.

Support classroom routines, learning objectives, and child assessments in alignment with program expectations.

Assist in keeping the classroom organized, clean, and engaging for children.

Approach each day with patience, professionalism, and a genuine passion for helping children learn and grow.

Assistant Teacher Requirements

Candidates must meet at least one of the following qualifications:

Current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential and 12 months of experience working with groups of children ages six and under; OR

Completion of the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals course and 12 months of experience working with groups of children ages six and under; OR

Successful completion of a three-credit college course in Child Development or Human Development and experience working with groups of children ages six and under.

What You'll Bring

Experience working with infants, toddlers, or young children in a childcare, preschool, educational, or related setting.

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers.

Demonstrated success working collaboratively as part of a team.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

A passion for supporting the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of young children.

The ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators.

A willingness to learn, grow, and develop within the field of early childhood education.

Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to support program operations.

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Ability to squat, kneel, sit on the floor, and actively engage with children throughout the day.

Ability to effectively communicate with children and families while maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment.

Full-Time Benefits Include

BlueCross BlueShield Health Insurance

Vision and Dental Expense Reimbursement

401(k) Employer Contributions and Match

Paid Time Off

Life and Disability Insurance

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Professional Development Training Hours

On-site Fitness Center

Discounted Gym Membership to The Edge

On-site Café Serving Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks

On-site Health Clinic Exclusive to Employees and Their Families

Legal & Compliance Equal Employment Opportunity.

Vermont Information Processing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. VIP is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on legitimate, job-related factors.

Pay Equity & Transparency.

VIP is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent pay. The salary range listed above reflects the anticipated base pay for this role; actual compensation will depend on job-related factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and work location, and may be adjusted to comply with applicable state and local pay-transparency laws. VIP does not base compensation decisions on any legally protected characteristics and reviews its pay practices to support pay equity across the organization. Reasonable Accommodation. VIP provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. If you need accommodation to apply for an interview, please contact [email protected] .

Work Authorization.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the location of the position.