Preschool Teacher/Early Childhood Educator | Wildflowers Learning Center – Madison, WI

About This Role

Are you looking for a role where you can truly make a difference? A place where your work helps shape the future, supports children’s growth, and contributes to a kinder, more connected world? A place where you are respected, supported, and encouraged to grow and learn? Wildflowers Learning Center may be the place for you!

We are looking for full-time Early Childhood Education Teachers who are interested in:

Making an impact on the world.
Helping us exceed parents’ expectations of what childcare can be.
Growing in their career with support from the company.
Being a part of a cohesive team of professionals.
Bringing a warm, enthusiastic, and thoughtful approach to working with young children.

We are always accepting applications for this role.

What You'll Do

Implementing the school's curriculum
Establishing and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and healthy learning environment
Supervising daily activities in the classroom
Implement the school's curriculum
Establish and maintain a safe, nurturing, and healthy learning environment
Supervise daily activities in the classroom
Supports different classrooms, roles and age groups
Observes and assesses children's development
Establishes positive and productive relationships with families
Creates lesson plans
Follows the classroom's routine
Conducts parent/teacher conferences twice a year
Sets developmentally appropriate expectations for children and use positive reinforcement techniques for child behaviors using Conscious Discipline techniques
Lifts children and/or equipment
Bends, sits on the floor, and stands for extended periods of time
Consistently exhibits a warm, supportive attitude towards children
Adapts to changes within the program
Performs other duties as required
Contributes to a positive work environment
Willing to have fun!

Requirements

Has a positive attitude and reliable work ethic
Able to consistently work on a set schedule from Monday – Friday, 8 hours plus 1 lunch hour, all year-round
Able to pass a background check
Has a passion for working with children!
Communication skills
Able to meet or exceed the qualifications for an Early Childhood Teacher
CPR/AED First Aid certified within the first 3 months
Able to develop and implement the school's curriculum to foster the love of learning
Has the physical ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.
Positive role model
At least 18 years old
High School Diploma or GED
Registry of Wisconsin certificate or ability to become lead teacher certified is required (we provide all materials to reach lead teacher certification).
15 hours of training in infant and toddler care for teachers assigned to this age group. Must be completed within 6 months after assuming the position.

Nice to Have

Meets or exceeds the qualifications for an Early Childhood Teacher
Has previous experience in the early childcare field
CPR/First Aid, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Abuse and Neglect and SIDS trainings completed
Pyramid model, WMLES, Strengthening families trainings completed
Lead certified
Infant and Toddler certified

Benefits

✓ Supportive team environment with a focus on both professional and personal wellness ✓ Constant classroom support ✓ Family friendly environment with fun activities planned to engage the preschool community ✓ Competitive wages with a well-rounded compensation package ✓ 2 personal days and 3 sick days on your first year. Starting on your first anniversary, 2 personal days, 3 sick days plus one week of vacation; vacation weeks increase with each anniversary up to 30 days ✓ Paid holidays after 90 days ✓ 50% of insurance coverage through Dean Health ✓ Paid weekly planning time, staff meetings, 3 professional development days ✓ 1 hour break every day ✓ Anniversary and performance bonuses ✓ 50% of employee childcare discount, dependent on availability. ✓ Career path advancement programs ✓ A family friendly work environment ✓ Respectful, inclusive, work culture ✓ Consistent co-workers ✓ Support in all facets of your job

Common Questions

What is the education required for this position?

At least a high school diploma or equivalent

What does this position pay?

This Preschool Teacher/Early Childhood Educator role pays $18 to $21/Hr.

Is this full-time or part-time?

This job is Full Time.

Where is Wildflowers Learning Center located?

Wildflowers Learning Center is located at 545 Zor Shrine Place, Madison, WI