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Stepping Stones Learning Center
Nursery Float
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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
Job Description
About This Role The Child Care Teacher is responsible for planning and carrying out a daily program designed to nurture and meet the physical and developmental needs of a group of young children. This person must be able to effectively assess and supervise the needs of individual children. The person selected for this position must be professionally prepared as a teacher of young children, especially in the field of early childhood education or development and must be prepared to meet the requirements of the licensing and YoungStar agencies. This person must be a sensitive and mature individual who is able to relate well to both children and adults. What You'll Do Fulfills all responsibilities in accordance with the center's educational philosophy. Maintains a safe and healthy environment for children. Assures that the health, safety, dignity, and basic rights of each child are protected. Assists children in learning self-help skills and appropriate personal hygiene habits. Completes all legally-required reporting for the health and safety of the child. Is compliant to all licensing rules and center policies. Assists children in learning self-help skills and appropriate personal hygiene habits. Maintain time management, punctuality and attendance. Performs a variety of duties related to supervising and interacting with children to enhance their growth and development,and ensures their safety using approved behavior guidance and care giving techniques that support the overall program objectives. Participates in activities that promote professionalism. Works together with other staff members to create a positive, team-oriented environment in the center. Works together with other staff members to create a positive, team-oriented environment in the center. Has clear communication skills with parents and works to build a relationship with families to provide care that is inclusive of the family. Requirements High School Diploma Infant/Toddler Shaken Baby Training SID's Training Nice To Have CPR Abusive Head Trauma Mandated Reporter Benefits Paid Leave Sick Leave Retirement Plan Paid Holidays No nights or weekends