Head Start 4K/Non-4K ECE Teacher

University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 34,184 - 48,672; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh seeks Head Start Early Childhood Education Teachers to enhance the learning experiences of preschool children from low-income families. Responsibilities include evaluating educational plans and mentoring staff within a collaborative teaching environment.

Candidates should have relevant degrees and certifications, with positions available for both 4K and Non-4K Teachers. The university emphasizes professional development and offers a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education for 4K Teacher.
• Wisconsin Pre-Kindergarten certification required for 4K Teacher.
• Associate degree in early childhood education or related field for Non-4K Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate individualized educational plans for children.
• Mentor new teachers and students.
• Maintain safety and well-being of children.
• Plan and facilitate classroom activities.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education

Wisconsin Pre-Kindergarten certification

Experience teaching preschool

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree

Job description

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Position Title

Head Start Early Childhood Education Teachers (Continuous Recruitment)

Job Category

Academic Staff

Employment Type

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile

Early Child Edu Teacher

Job Duties

Head Start is looking for both 4K and non 4K Teachers!

Early Childhood Education teachers will work within the UW Oshkosh Head Start program, which is a federally funded, preschool program for low-income families.

Each position works collaboratively to develop skills and practices to support school readiness for each child and to support our comprehensive services offered to each child and family. Classroom sizes are 15-16 children. School is in session September – May/early June, with additional August work hours for staff. Our program embraces the High/Scope curriculum, offers many professional development opportunities, and implements Pyramid Model and Conscious Discipline programs to support social/emotional development.

Head Start employeeshave the opportunity towork with 384 children and their families every school year. We have seven centers in five different cities throughout Winnebago, Calumet, Outagamie, and Shawano Counties.

Staff wellness is prioritized through available individual/group reflective practice, Practice Based Coaching, and wellness initiatives.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Evaluates individualized and developmental educational plans for children in collaboration with other stakeholders, as needed
• Mentors new teachers and students
• Maintains the safety and physical well-being of children in a designated classroom
• Maintains and documents effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to relay pertinent information and provide updates of child activities per established guidelines and regulations
• Plans and facilitates classroom programming and schedules daily classroom activities for an early childhood education facility according to established curriculums
  
  

Department

Head Start

Compensation

• 4K Teachers - $48,672.75
• Non-4K Teachers - $34,184.55- $37,709.94
  
  

Required Qualifications

4K Teacher

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and/or related field
• Wisconsin Pre-Kindergarten certification #080,086,088 or 090
  
  

Non-4K Teacher

• Associate degree or higherin early childhood education or degree in related field with experience teaching preschool
  
  

How To Apply

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Required Application Materials

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Cover Letter

Unofficial Transcripts

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