Sensations in Learning
Educator for Young Children, Infants/Younger Toddler-Sensations in Learning
Williston, VT
Full Time
Infant / Toddler (0–2)Preschool (3–5)
Center-basedMontessoriWaldorfOther
ECE Credits Required
Salary
$21 – $24/Hr
Job Type
Full Time
Role
Lead Teacher
Setting
Center-based, Montessori, Waldorf, Other
Credential
ECE Credits Required
About This Role
HOLD UP!
- Do you want a place to work that feels like a home?
- Do you want a schedule that values your personal time?
- Do you want to smell the fresh air and feel the sun shine on your face all day?
- Do you want to be paid above a liveable wage?
- Do you want awesome benefits?
- Do you want to make friends with amazing people in a place that feels like home?
LOOK no further, you found your “home” at Sensations in Learning!!
Why do parents and teachers love Sensations in Learning?
- Progressive and holistic early childhood education philosophy
- We expose children to different environments and various learning experiences
- Our approach allows children to explore their self- awareness and gain a sense of the world around them
- We provide a transparent experience where the flow of information is consistent and provides parents quality information on their child's day.
Why do our team members love Sensations in Learning?
- 3 weeks per year of paid vacation, at a minimum.
- Health/Dental benefits
- Life Insurance policy paid by the company
- Retirement IRA's
- Thursday Treats
- Weekly teacher planning time, off campus
- Leaders work on-site and NOT in offices but supporting in classrooms
Just to name a few.....
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
What would I do as a Sensations in Learning, Next Gen Teacher?
- Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by modifying classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
- Implement individual and group activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
- Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
And so much more:
- Build forts
- Go sledding
- Get to know our chickens and ducks
- Help kids collect eggs on a daily basis
- Take walks every day around the community
- Explore outside, every day, and have picnics as the daily norm!
- Teacher young children about plants, bugs, and how to care for our environment...Including composting!
Requirements
What qualifications do I need to work at Next Gen?
- 2 years preferred professional child care experience
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Basic technology skills or ability to learn easily
- High energy with the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, kneel, bend, squat, and crawl
- Talk to and hear voices at many levels
- See up close and up to a certain distance, see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception
- Ability to work well with others (teachers, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment
- A basic understanding of child development or eagerness to learn
- Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification upon hire
- Must clear a full background check
- High School Diploma/GED or significant college credit in early childhood education or related field of study.
Nice to Have
- An interest/background in nature-based education.
- An interest/background of basic gardening and outdoor activities.
- Background/experience with Montessori, Reggio, and Waldorf educational models.
Benefits
✓ Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible after 1 month!)
✓ Medical insurance through the VT Marketplace, we cover 50% of your monthly co-pay up to $250 per month!
✓ Simple IRA, we match up to 3% dollar-for-dollar.
✓ 40 hours Accrued PTO
✓ 120 hours Paid Vacation (set weeks in July, August, and December
✓ 9 Paid Holidays and 3 Professional Development Days
✓ 80% Employee Discount for Childcare
✓ Professional Development Assistance
✓ “Swag for Service” Milestone Gifts
✓ Birthday gifts and recognition
✓ Sustainable wages, we aim to be FAR above industry standards
✓ Opportunities to integrate your passions into the creation of family programs, for example, Family Yoga Classes
✓ Team breakfast, lunch, or snacks every Thursday
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And so much more:
And so much more and more......
About Sensations in Learning
Conveniently located just off Route 2 in Williston, Sensations in Learning is a nature-based early childhood program intentionally designed to feel like home while reflecting our commitment to high-quality education. Our beautiful post-and-beam building features brick floors in our Infant, Younger Toddler, Early Preschool, and Pre-Kindergarten classrooms, high ceilings, and large schoolhouse windows that fill each space with natural light. Classrooms are warm, inviting, and thoughtfully prepared to support connection, curiosity, and a sense of belonging. Outdoors, children and educators share daily experiences with our expansive natural play areas, gardens, and Outdoor Classroom—along with our beloved chickens, who are an important part of children’s learning about responsibility, care, and community. Beyond our campus, Sensations in Learning is deeply committed to strengthening the living economics of our local community and fostering strong, authentic relationships within and beyond our school community. Educators who join our team become part of a close-knit, supportive environment where collaboration, care for the natural world, and meaningful community connections are truly valued.
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
This role requires some ECE Credits.
What does this position pay?
This Educator for Young Children, Infants/Younger Toddler-Sensations in Learning role pays $21 to $24/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Sensations in Learning located?
Sensations in Learning is located at 135 Talcott Road, Williston, VT
$21 – $24/Hr
Sensations in Learning · Williston, VT
Job type
Full Time
Role
Lead Teacher
Age group
Infant / Toddler (0–2), Preschool (3–5)
Posted
Yesterday
Reference #
100,618