Childcare - Teacher

Summary

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

Countryside Learning Center is open 6:30-5:30 Monday-Friday, January- December.

THIS POSITION WILL START Around OCTOBER 2024

Brand New Building

Duties

·        Coordinate and implement educational curriculum and lesson plans by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.

·        Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.

·        Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth.

·        Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.

·        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.

·        Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene, and safety standards.

·        Maintain accurate records, forms, and files.

·        Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

    Preform other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

• Highschool Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• An active Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is a plus
• Minimum one year of experience working with children in a licensed child development facility.
• Must complete Certification in First Aid/ Infant &Child CPR/ AED if not currently hold. Must be maintained by recertification as necessary.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• ·Must have lead teacher certified classes or certification on the Wisconsin Registry
• Must be able to lift 35 pounds.
• Must be able to stand on their feet for 8-10 hours a day.
• Prolonged periods of standing, and frequent bending.

Nice To Haves

* Level 7 or higher on WI Registry preferred but will work with the right candidate.

Benefits

*Paid holidays after 90 days: New Years Eve, New Years Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, July 4^th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

*Workman’s Compensation Insurance.

*FMLA after 1 year of employment.

*Bereavement Leave after 60 days of employment.

*Sick Pay after 60 days of employment.

*Vacation Time after 60 days of employment.

*Flexible work schedule:

*Simple IRA with company 3% match after 60 days of employment.