About This Role 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. What You'll Do Coordinate and implement educational curriculum 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. Have classes taken to be lead quailed in the state of WI. Be a part of the WI Registry. Requirements Minimum of 1 years of professional childcare experience. 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. Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. Must clear full background check and must pass health screening. Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl. Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Have classes taken to be lead quailed in the state of WI. Be a part of the WI Registry. Nice To Have Experience in a licensed daycare, preschool, or early learning center Experience working with infants, toddlers, or mixed-age groups Ongoing professional development or continuing education Familiarity with play-based learning or child-led curriculum Strong classroom management and positive discipline techniques Ability to design creative lesson plans and activities Knowledge of developmental milestones Strong communication with both children and parents Patient, nurturing, and energetic personality Team-oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate Cultural sensitivity and inclusivity Benefits Paid Leave Tuition Assistance Child Care Discount About Us Peace Child Care offers a Christ-Centered, nurturing environment that facilitates the learning and development of each individual child. We strive to foster a community that is built on mutual respect and developmentally appropriate practice for young children. Our practices are grounded on Biblical truth, open-ended exploration of the natural world, implementing effective instruction based on current best practice in early childhood including child-led and child-initiated learning, and engaging in purposeful documentation of each individual child's development. We desire to build meaningful relationships that promote the spiritual, social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of the whole child.

Minimum Education :

High School or Equivalent Job Type :

Full Time Category :

Child Care Services Minimum Experience :

1

Yr Location :

Baldwin, WI See other jobs at Peace Child Care