Head Start - Teacher 4k – Fond du Lac

Envision Greater Fond du Lac, Inc.; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Fond du Lac is seeking a dedicated 4k Teacher to oversee a classroom and ensure compliance with educational standards. This full-time position offers a supportive environment for early childhood education, with responsibilities including monitoring child progress and collaborating with families. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and a Wisconsin DPI license, demonstrating a commitment to fostering children's development.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Vacation pay

Sick pay

Holiday pay

401k with employer contribution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 12-18 months experience or equivalent.
• Current Wisconsin DPI license is mandatory.
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Monitor child progress to ensure achievement of program objectives.
• Provide guidance and support to Teacher Assistant and Program Aide.
• Attend home visits, parent conferences, and IEP meetings.

Skills

Child development

Classroom management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college/university

Wisconsin DPI license

Job description

ADVOCAP’s Head Start program is accepting applications for a 4k Teacher! Head Start prepares children ages 3-5 with quality early childhood education in Fond du Lac and Green Lake counties. We help families reach financial, career, and educational goals, while building resilience and confidence for the entire family. This position will need to have a welcoming and friendly personality to ensure comfortability in working with kids and families that align with our core mission and values for all employees. This position is responsible for overseeing the assigned classroom to ensure the implementation of and compliance with ADVOCAP Head Start operational procedures. This individual will provide guidance and support to the Teacher Assistant and Program Aide.

Responsibilities Include:
•Monitor child progress & performance to ensure they are achieving program objectives
•Consult with manager as needed to resolve complex issues
•Ensure that assigned classroom scores a minimum of a 5 on the environmental rating scales
•Ensure that assigned classroom scores above 5 in all dimensions of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System
•Ensure the safety and security of children and families that you come in contact within your assigned Center
•Ensure the implementation of all ADVOCAP HS Operational Procedures within the scope of your assigned
classroom and spaces within the facility
•Attend home visits, parent conferences, and IEP meetings
•Provide strategies to support children who are English language learners and their families
•Attend professional development and ongoing training as required
•Complete all required paperwork

Job Requirements:
•Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college/university and 12 - 18 months of previous work experience or an
equivalent combination is required to meet job standards.
•Current Wisconsin DPI license required
•Must possess a valid driver’s license and travel occasionally up to 10% of time using a personal vehicle
•CPR certified or willing to obtain
•Physical/tb/drug screen and comprehensive background check required
•Reliable attendance and a professional work ethic

Salary and Benefits:
This full-time position will begin in August and will work 36 hours per week, Monday—Thursday with occasional Fridays and weekends. Starting pay is $21.50 per hour, based on experience. This full-time position will have access to health, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, vacation, sick and holiday pay, and our employer contribution 401k.

How to Apply:
Submit a resume and include a cover letter that highlights your relevant background and desire for the position. Applications will be received until position is filled. Women, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to
apply.

ADVOCAP, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer