Lead Teacher

Gingerbread Preschool and Child Care; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reduced child care tuition for your/ck

Paid vacation and holidays

Sick days

Staff meeting time

Tele-Health benefits

Job summary

Gingerbread Preschool and Child Care in Watertown, WI is seeking a caring team member to join our family-focused center. Help create a safe, engaging environment where children learn, grow, and feel supported daily.

You will communicate with parents and collaborate with staff to sustain a joyful, educational atmosphere. We value reliable, enthusiastic individuals who can assist with the curriculum and role-model positive behaviors.

Qualifications

• Background checks required.
• Assist with curriculum as directed by staff.
• CPR/AED training to be completed within 6 months.
• Ability to work Monday–Friday with flexible hours.
• Physically able to perform essential functions and be a positive role model.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, positive atmosphere where children feel secure and encouraged.
• Establish open, regular communication with parents/guardians.
• Support team members to foster a fun learning environment.
• Provide a space for children to learn, grow and explore.

Skills

Passion for children

Positive attitude

Reliable work ethic

Parent communication

Tools

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Join a family-focused care team at Gingerbread Preschool and Child Care Center, serving generations of families in the Watertown area. We offer a fun and welcoming environment where children can learn and grow. If you're passionate about working with kids, come be a part of our team!

What You'll Do

• Help create a positive atmosphere where children feel safe, secure, and encouraged
• Establish open and regular communication with parents/guardians
• Support fellow team members to foster a fun learning environment
• Provide a space for children to learn, grow and explore

Requirements

• Be able to pass background checks
• Have a passion for working with children
• Have the ability to assist with the implemented curriculum to foster the love of learning - the directors and/or other staff members will provide support with this while your knowledge grows
• Take CPR/AED training within the first 6 months
• Have a positive attitude and reliable work ethic
• Be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations
• Be able to work Monday - Friday, flexible hours
• Act as a positive role model

Nice To Have

Skills & Strategies Class

Introduction to Child Care Class

• A fun, family-friendly work environment
• Support in all facets of your job
• Reduced child care tuition for your own children
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick days, staff meeting time
• Reliable co-workers
• Career path advancement programs
• Tele-Health and Tele-Mental Health benefits available