Child Care Teacher

Job DescriptionJob Description About This Role We're seeking passionate and dedicated educators to join our team at Once Upon a Time Child Care Center in Verona, WI. We offer a supportive work environment, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth and development. Our centers provide a fun and engaging atmosphere where children can learn and thrive. We're looking for Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and Support Staff to fill part-time positions in our classrooms. Full and part-time roles are available, and we offer a range of benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. We have several openings available, including part-time teachers for the 7:00am - 9:00am or 2:30/3:00-5:30 shifts, Monday through Friday. These roles offer flexibility, stability, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our children. We're committed to providing our staff with the support and resources they need to succeed.Thank you for considering Once Upon a Time Child Care Center! We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how you can be a part of our team.Job Types: Part-time Salary: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week What You'll Do Engage children in play and learning activities, utilizing a variety of materials and resources to promote exploration and imagination.Provide personalized care and attention to meet the unique needs of each child, including feeding, dressing, and toileting.Develop and implement lesson plans that cater to different learning styles and abilities, promoting social, emotional, and cognitive growth.Establish a positive and respectful classroom environment, setting clear expectations and boundaries to ensure a safe and supportive space for all.Lead activities that promote physical, mental, and social development, such as arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and outdoor play.Prepare and maintain a well-organized and inviting classroom environment, incorporating displays and arrangements that stimulate curiosity and creativity.Model and demonstrate activities to children, promoting hands-on learning and exploration.Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, and other experiential activities, guiding students in learning from these experiences.Attend professional meetings, workshops, and conferences to stay current on best practices and enhance professional skills.Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement educational programs that meet the needs of all students. Requirements Evaluate student work.Discuss problems or issues with supervisors.Apply multiple teaching methods.Maintain student records.Plan educational activities.Set up classroom materials or equipment.Teach life skills.Provide for basic needs of children.Display student work.Plan experiential learning activities.Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.Arrange childcare or educational settings to ensure physical safety of children.Discuss student progress with parents or guardians.Monitor student behavior, social development, or health.Supervise school or student activities.Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.Read to students.Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.Prepare reports detailing student activities or performance.Enforce rules or policies governing student behavior.Develop instructional objectives.Monitor student performance.Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge. Benefits We can discuss benefits further. We offer Holiday pay, Paid Time Off, an Incentive program for years of service (90 days, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, 10 years, and 15 years), and childcare discounts.