Future Shaper (Infant & Toddler Teacher)

The Playing Field (Madison); Madison (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

3% Simple IRA match

20 days paid time off

9 paid holidays

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Playing Field in Madison is hiring a Lead Infant & Toddler Teacher at our Madison East location. You will lead teaching teams, support high-quality early childhood education, and partner with families to foster secure attachments.

We offer a competitive salary between $50,000 and $54,000, generous time off, benefits including health, dental, vision, disability insurance, and a 3% Simple IRA match. Wisconsin Registry Certificate is required; degree in ECE preferred.

Qualifications

• High standards in early childhood education and child development.
• Wisconsin Registry Certificate is required; we will assist qualified candidates during hiring.
• Completed associate or bachelor's degree in ECE or related field.

Skills

Reliable

Professional

Eager to learn

Strong communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field

Job description

At The Playing Field, we believe that taking care of children begins with taking care of teachers.

We are currently hiring a Lead Infant & Toddler Teacher at our Madison East location.

Since 2015, The Playing Field has served children and families from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Our program brings together children impacted by homelessness and those from more advantaged families in a high-quality early learning environment.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive Workplace: Extensive training, ongoing coaching, and a collaborative culture.
• Low Child-to-Teacher Ratios: Allowing for meaningful relationships and individualized care.
• Attachment-Focused Approach: Children are paired with the same teacher for as long as possible to foster strong, secure attachments.
• Growth Opportunities: Career advancement pathways as we expand our mission and programs.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $50,000-$54,000 per year, based on education and experience.
• Bonuses:
  • $1,000 sign-on bonus after the probationary period
• Time Off:
  • Up to 20 days paid time off annually
  • 9 paid holidays
• Benefits for Full-Time Employees:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance, along with short- and long-term disability insurance
  • 3% employer match to Simple IRA

Who We're Looking For

• Reliable, professional, and eager to learn
• Completed associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education, or closely related field.
• Committed to high standards in early childhood education
• Wisconsin Registry Certificate required (we will assist qualified candidates in obtaining certification during the hiring process)

The Playing Field is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applicants who reflect the diversity of the families we serve.