Child Care - Teacher (Full and Part-Time Available)

Child Care Resources Inc; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teacher to foster a safe and stimulating learning environment for children. In this role, you will develop and implement engaging curriculum activities, guide a cohesive teaching team, and maintain open communication with parents. Your expertise in child development and strong leadership skills will help shape the future of young learners. This position offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, making it ideal for those passionate about education and child growth. Join a team committed to nurturing the next generation in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Paid vacations

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• High energy and ability to work well with others.
• Strong understanding of child development principles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum for children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and maintain classroom standards.
• Communicate frequently with parents about children's progress.

Skills

Child Development Understanding

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

Summary

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

Duties

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment - including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be available afternoons until 5:30.

Benefits

Paid holidays and vacations.

Full or part-time available.