Preschool Teacher/Early Childhood Educator

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

We're on a mission to create a kinder, more connected world for children. Join us at Wildflowers Learning Center as a full-time Early Childhood Education Teacher and contribute to a supportive, inclusive environment where everyone thrives.

We're seeking individuals who share our passion for early childhood education and are eager to:

• Influence positive change in the world.
• Help us exceed parents' expectations of what childcare can be.
• Grow professionally with support from our organization.
• Collaborate with a cohesive team of like-minded professionals.
• Bring warmth, enthusiasm, and a thoughtful approach to working with young children.

What You'll Do

• Develops and implements a comprehensive curriculum to promote learning and growth
• Creates a safe, nurturing, and healthy learning environment
• Supervises daily activities and ensures the well-being of children in their care
• Supports diverse classrooms, roles, and age groups
• Observes and assesses children's development to inform teaching practices
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with families and communicates effectively with them
• Conducts regular parent/teacher conferences and sets developmentally appropriate expectations
• Consistently exhibits a warm and supportive attitude towards children and adapts to changes in the program
• Performs other duties as required to ensure the smooth operation of the program
• Collaborates with colleagues to maintain a positive work environment

Requirements

• Able to consistently work on a set schedule from Monday – Friday, 8 hours plus 1 lunch hour, all year-round
• Has a passion for working with children!
• Has a positive attitude and reliable work ethic
• Able to pass a background check
• At least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Has the physical ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.
• Positive role model
• Registry of Wisconsin certificate or ability to become lead teacher certified is required (we provide all materials to reach lead teacher certification).
• 15 hours of training in infant and toddler care for teachers assigned to this age group. Must be completed within 6 months after assuming the position.
• Able to meet or exceed the qualifications for an Early Childhood Teacher
• Communication skills
• CPR/AED First Aid certified within the first 3 months
• Able to develop and implement the school's curriculum to foster the love of learning
• Lifts children and/or equipment
• Bends, sits on the floor, and stands for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

• Meets or exceeds the qualifications for an Early Childhood Teacher
• Has previous experience in the early childcare field
• Infant and Toddler certified
• CPR/First Aid, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Abuse and Neglect and SIDS trainings completed
• Pyramid model, WMLES, Strengthening families trainings completed
• Lead certified

Benefits

• Supportive team environment with a focus on both professional and personal wellness
• Constant classroom support
• Family friendly environment with fun activities planned to engage the preschool community
• Competitive wages with a well-rounded compensation package
• 2 personal days and 3 sick days on your first year. Starting on your first anniversary, 2 personal days, 3 sick days plus one week of vacation; vacation weeks increase with each anniversary up to 30 days
• Paid holidays after 90 days
• 50% of insurance coverage through Dean Health
• Paid weekly planning time, staff meetings, 3 professional development days
• 1 hour break every day
• Anniversary and performance bonuses
• 50% of employee childcare discount, dependent on availability.
• Career path advancement programs
• A family friendly work environment
• Respectful, inclusive, work culture
• Consistent co-workers
• Support in all facets of your job