Daycare - Assistant Infant Teacher
Company: Building Blocks Early Learning Center
Location: Wilton
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 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 Wilton
team, guided by an experienced School Director and united by shared
values of teamwork, passion, and growth. Salary Ranges: $18.54 to
$24.36 per hour for Lead Teacher Qualified Candidates & $16.94 to
$22.09 per hour for Assistant Candidates. Benefits: Enjoy up to 75%
off your child’s tuition, health benefits from day one, generous
paid time off, free 24/7 virtual doctor access, a 401(k) with
discretionary employer yearly contribution, career growth
opportunities, and more! Our 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, 7:30AM – 6:00PM
(Operating hours subject to change). We Offer: Up to 75% discount
on your child's tuition, including tax-friendly tuition reduction
options. Generous time off, in addition to 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. What will you do? Your daily
responsibilities will include: 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. As an educator, maintaining regular
communication with families is 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 EEC
Certification). 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. Salary Ranges: $18.54
to $24.36 per hour for Lead Teacher Qualified Candidates & $16.94
to $22.09 per hour for Assistant Candidates. The compensation range
represents Building Blocks' intention for this position. Actual
offers may vary based on experience, education, and other business
factors. About Us We’re Growing! Building Blocks is a subsidiary of
Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child
care centers. Building Blocks provides 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. At Building Blocks, we are consistently recruiting,
retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are
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.
LI-Onsite 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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