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.
Therapeutic Classroom Leader Nurture Healing Classrooms. Support Families. Transform Young Lives.
Quick Facts Location:
Stoughton Pay:
$21.62
Schedule:
Full-time, Part year What We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays Unpaid Winter Break 403(b) Retirement with Company Match After 2 Years Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer Work-Life Excellence & Professional Growth Specialized role within Reach Dane's therapeutic preschool program Collaborative therapeutic team including the Therapeutic Education Leader and Child and Family Resilience Specialist Comprehensive professional development: ongoing coaching, paid continuing education, and credential support Career advancement pathways with organizational training support Meaningful work supporting children and families who have experienced trauma
Qualifications You'll Need Education:
Minimum high school diploma with completion of Preschool Credential or CDA within two years; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
Experience:
At least one year in an early childhood education setting preferred; experience with high-risk, low-income, multicultural families who have experienced trauma a plus
Specialized Knowledge:
Trauma-informed practices; Pyramid Model for Social and Emotional Competence preferred or willingness to learn; anti-bias education
Professional Competencies:
Strong communication and classroom leadership; organizational skills; flexibility and patience; ability to work independently
Language:
Bilingual in Hmong and/or Spanish preferred
Additional Requirements:
Caregiver Background Check and physical examination including TB test required prior to employment What You'll Do As a Therapeutic Classroom Leader, you'll support children ages 3-5 in Reach Dane's therapeutic Head Start program by: Classroom Leadership & Environment Creating a safe, nurturing environment that supports children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development Planning and implementing trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate curriculum Following Head Start Performance Standards, childcare licensing requirements, and NAEYC accreditation criteria Providing supervision and performance feedback for reporting staff Therapeutic Team Collaboration Collaborating with the Therapeutic Education Leader, Child and Family Resilience Specialist, and mental health team to align caregiving strategies across home and school Supporting children's social-emotional development using the Pyramid Model framework Completing required recordkeeping, lesson plans, screenings, and documentation on a timely basis Family & Community Partnership Building supportive, strengths-based relationships with enrolled families using trauma-informed practices Conducting home visits, parent conferences, and family partnership processes throughout the year Supporting family socialization events and parent engagement opportunities Who We Are At Reach Dane, we're reimagining early childhood education as a powerful tool for social transformation. Our commitment to equity and inclusion includes: Prioritizing services for children and families experiencing trauma through our therapeutic program Building healing environments where children's social-emotional wellbeing is centered in everything we do Intentionally recruiting and supporting educators from historically marginalized communities Supporting diverse, high-risk families with compassionate, evidence-based approaches Join Our Mission Be part of Reach Dane's therapeutic preschool program — where classroom leadership meets trauma-informed care — and make a meaningful difference for children and families who need it most. Reach Dane is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. Please contact us to request accommodation.
