Child Care Teacher

Job Description

Job 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.