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The Nurturing Nook

Lead Childcare Teacher

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $16–$18/hr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Fox Point, WI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$35,606 / year median in Wisconsin

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

The Nurturing Nook in Fox Point is a licensed childcare center seeking a Lead Teacher for our Toddler and Preschool age classrooms ! To be

QUALIFIED

for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. Level 6 or higher on the WI Registry preferred.

Required Shift:

Monday•Friday, 8am-5pm

Compensation:

$16•18/hr, based on education and experience We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including: Competitive Pay Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and P rofessional D evelopment Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance 401k with Match Discounts for Childcare Fun and Positive Place to Work Open Door Policy Shirts and Swag•we love to show appreciation for our teachers !

Main Job Responsibilities:

Assist the lead teachers with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center. Implement activities that encourage each child's growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development. Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program. Create and maintain an environment that is clean and safe for all children. Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children. Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role. If you have a positive attitude , love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today! The Nurturing Nook is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law. #PECEPEDU1