Teacher – Lead

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Adhere to all regulations as required by the Wisconsin Administrative Code for Child Care Center Licensing.
Plan, develop, implement, and administer curriculum and daily activities for the developmental level of the children in order to provide experiences that will promote self-esteem and positive self-image, social interaction, self-expression and communication skills, creative expression, large and small muscle development, intellectual growth, and literacy.
Adequately supervise the children and respond appropriately to ensure the safety and well-being of each child.
Demonstrate appropriate child guidance to positively enhance the behaviors and development of the children in a way that is free from actions that are psychologically, emotionally, or physically painful, discomforting, dangerous, or potentially injurious.
Continually monitor and evaluate the progress and behaviors of each child and respond as applicable.
Inform parents of the children’s activities, progress, behaviors, and incidents via parent conferences, workshops, parent letters, and written daily reports.
Provide “on-the-job” experience and mentorship to Early Childhood Education Program students by proctoring, assisting, and demonstrating techniques used with children.
Monitor, assist, review, and evaluate the work of assigned Early Childhood Education Program students in cooperation with instructional staff.
Attend staff meetings, training sessions, workshops, and conferences. Maintains a minimum of 25 hours of Continuing Education hours as required by DCF.
Regularly perform general housekeeping duties to provide a safe, healthy, and productive learning environment for the children.
SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS

Assist Parent/Child Center management with administrative support and planning and implementing workshops and events.
Work with Parent/Child Center management to determine supplies and equipment needed in the classroom.
Monitor the condition of supplies and equipment, and make repairs or replacements as applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, (Bachelor’s Degree preferred), AND
Two years of related work experience.
Satisfactory background check and fingerprint-based criminal background check as required by the Wisconsin Administrative Code for Child Care Center Licensing.
Basic skills in Microsoft Word and Excel are required.
ESSENTIAL APTITUDES, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Demonstrate ethical conduct in all aspects of the work environment.
Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to maintain an excellent working relationship with internal and external customers.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as good listening skills.
Ability to identify needed action without direction or supervision.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to work under pressure; attention to detail is essential.
Neatness in work and appearance.
Demonstrate a positive attitude, maturity, initiative, and integrity with a professional image contributing to the success of the college.
Work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to work with diverse student, staff, and community populations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Accept responsibility for professional growth, including meeting the annual certification and training requirements as outlined in the Wisconsin Administrative Code for Child Care Center Licensing.
Dependable, punctual, and committed to following through on tasks.
Flexibility in the work schedule is required, including occasional evenings.
Good working knowledge of methods utilized in providing quality child care, including theory and procedures.
Meet the physical requirements of the position as outlined in the Wisconsin Administrative Code for Child Care Center Licensing.