Child Care Teacher

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Menasha (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Child Care Teacher to join their team. This role involves collaborating with staff to create a nurturing and educational environment for children. You will assist in curriculum planning, ensure the well-being of each child, and maintain strong communication with families. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while supporting the developmental needs of children. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Meet licensing regulations and accreditation criteria.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing curriculum for children.
• Communicate with families and maintain a positive environment.
• Participate in ongoing training and curriculum evaluation.

Skills

Effective leadership

Communication

Child care experience

Curriculum planning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Child care certification

Job description

Whether it's overcoming poverty or hunger, The Salvation Army of Fox Cities is there to help. Help make a difference by serving those in need and apply today!

The Child Care Teacher should be a team member with the Directors and Staff in working toward the overall mission, philosophy, and objectives of the Salvation Army.

About the role:

• Assist the Director in long-range planning with regard to curriculum, philosophy and goals.


• Complete monthly, weekly, and daily curriculum plans in time for the group and communicate these plans to assistant teachers and aides.


• Implement the curriculum meeting the emotional, physical, intellectual, social and spiritual needs of the children in keeping with the philosophy and mission of the Salvation Army.


• Maintain an environment that helps each child to have a positive experience throughout the school day.


• Treat all children with dignity and respect and allow for individual differences. Provide an atmosphere of acceptance and caring for each child and show as much individual attention as possible to each child. Comfort distress immediately and provide a curriculum that helps each child develop to the fullest in each area of development.


• Be familiar with and adhere to the program's policies, health and safety regulations, and emergency procedures, and to be ready to implement these if necessary.


• Help volunteers to maintain a professional attitude toward the program, the children, and the staff, and assist if needed with appropriate communication. Be an example of professional behavior and appropriate communication at all times.


• Plan, prepare, and care for the environment.


• Create and maintain Portfolios by Young Star standards.

Staff:

• Participate in ongoing training of staff through in-service, training, staff meetings, orientation and other so designated programs.


• Participate in curriculum evaluation and updating. Ensure that curriculum is in keeping with our philosophy.

Parent:

• Communicate frequently with families, children and other staff both verbally and in writing. Cooperate with Director and Assistant in carrying out the philosophy and goals of the center.


• Maintain close touch with the community and parents to foster understanding of the day care program and needs.

Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age or older.

Education: Meet requirements set by licensing regulations and accreditation criteria.

• Teaching in a child care center or nursery school.


• Supervising others, preferably in a day care setting.


• Effective leadership and communication.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.