ONE Arts Community School – Lakeshore (Colchester)

Pay: $20.50–$28.00 per hour, based on credentials

At ONE Arts, we believe every child deserves a joyful, inspiring place to learn, grow, and belong. As a nonprofit organization, we provide high-quality, arts-integrated early childhood education throughout Chittenden County, where creativity, relationships, and play are at the heart of everything we do.

Today, ONE Arts is in an exciting period of growth and renewal. Over the past several months, we've strengthened our operations, enhanced regulatory compliance, improved organizational systems, and invested in better support for our educators and families. We know that trust is earned, and we're committed to building an organization defined by transparency, accountability, and educational excellence.

This is an exciting time to join ONE Arts. We're investing in our teachers, strengthening our programs, and creating a workplace where educators are empowered to do their best work. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact—not only in the lives of children, but in helping shape the future of a growing organization—we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Are you a passionate early childhood educator who believes toddlers learn best through play, curiosity, and meaningful relationships?

ONE Arts Community School – Lakeshore is seeking Lead and Assistant Toddler Teachers to join our Colchester team. Nestled on six beautiful acres, our Lakeshore campus offers children daily opportunities to learn through nature, movement, creativity, and exploration. Our classrooms embrace an emergent, play-based, arts-integrated, and anti-bias approach, where children's interests inspire learning and educators are encouraged to bring creativity, curiosity, and joy into every day.

Whether serving as a Lead Teacher or Assistant Teacher, you'll help create a nurturing, engaging classroom where toddlers feel safe, confident, and excited to learn. You'll partner closely with families and colleagues to support each child's development while helping cultivate a positive, collaborative school culture.

What You'll Do

• Create a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment for toddlers.
• Support or lead the implementation of developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences aligned with the Vermont Early Learning Standards.
• Integrate art, exploration, outdoor learning, and children's interests into daily curriculum.
• Foster children's social-emotional growth using positive guidance and relationship-based teaching practices.
• Observe, document, and communicate children's development with families and the teaching team.
• Collaborate with fellow educators and leadership to provide exceptional learning experiences for every child.
• Maintain compliance with Vermont Child Care Licensing Regulations and ONE Arts policies.
• Assist with daily classroom routines including meals, diapering, toileting, transitions, and maintaining a clean, organized learning environment.

QualificationsLead Teachers

• Vermont Licensed Early Childhood Educator, or eligible for licensure.
• Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field (or 21+ ECE/Elementary Education credits).
• Experience working with toddlers in an early childhood setting.
• Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.

Assistant Teachers

• Meet Vermont qualifications for an Assistant Teacher, or be eligible to obtain them.
• Experience working with young children preferred.
• Commitment to learning and implementing developmentally appropriate practices.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and a collaborative approach to teaching.

For All Candidates

• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to creating an inclusive, welcoming classroom community.

Why Join ONE Arts?

At ONE Arts, we know that great schools are built by great teachers. We are committed to creating an environment where educators feel supported, respected, and empowered to grow professionally.

We offer:

• Monday–Friday schedule
• Paid lunch breaks
• More than four weeks of paid time off, plus paid holidays and sick time
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with up to a 4% employer match
• Paid professional development and tuition assistance
• Supportive leadership focused on collaboration and continuous improvement
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization

Whether you're an experienced educator or looking for your next professional home, you'll join a team that values creativity, celebrates children, and believes strong relationships are the foundation of great early childhood education.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Employee discount
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person (Colchester, Vermont)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.50 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person