Full-Time Child Care Teacher: Inspire Growth & Play

Kettle Moraine Y M C A Inc; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

12% Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Free Family YMCA Membership

Program Discounts: Child Care, School‑

Program Discounts: Day Camp

Job summary

Kettle Moraine YMCA in West Bend, WI is hiring a Full-time Child Care Teacher for the Discovery Center. You will plan and implement daily activities in our child care program under the direction of the Child Care Director, helping children learn and grow in a safe, supportive environment.

Responsibilities include following Wisconsin licensing rules, developing age-appropriate curricula, mentoring staff and volunteers, engaging with families, and maintaining a positive, inclusive program that

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency.
• 2 years experience in Child Care preferred.
• Educational qualifications in compliance with DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers.
• Current CPR/AED certification preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
• Must complete and pass fingerprint check.
• Must complete a Health Physical and TB test within 30 days of hire.
• The ability to appropriately interact with children at their cognitive level.

Responsibilities

• Follows the DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers and the Kettle Moraine YMCA Child Care Policies.
• Implements age appropriate curriculum by developing lesson plans that contribute to the growth and self esteem of the children.
• Mentors assistants and volunteers.
• Maintains a safe, orderly environment, which includes housekeeping duties.
• Interacts with children at their level and provides supervision for a safe environment.
• Assists in meal/snack preparation.
• Reports any problems/concerns to the supervisor promptly.
• Greets and communicates with parents, keeps all interactions positive and is sensitive to the feelings of children and parents.
• Communicates appropriately with co-workers.
• Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, volunteers, other staff, and the communities we serve.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct and policies within the Child Abuse Prevention handbook.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Child Care Experience

Interacting with children

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules compliance

Job description

Kettle Moraine YMCA in West Bend, WI is hiring a Full-time Child Care Teacher for the Discovery Center. You will plan and implement daily activities in our child care program under the direction of the Child Care Director, helping children learn and grow in a safe, supportive environment.

Responsibilities include following Wisconsin licensing rules, developing age-appropriate curricula, mentoring staff and volunteers, engaging with families, and maintaining a positive, inclusive program that