Preschool Age Teacher

Gbhchildcare; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Free childcare for employees

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Sun Prairie, WI, is seeking a Preschool Age Teacher to lead daily activities for preschool children. Responsibilities include planning engaging activities, communicating with parents, and ensuring safety during on-site and off-site activities. Ideal candidates should be passionate about early childhood education and meet state licensing requirements. Full-time employees enjoy benefits including medical, dental, and free childcare.

Qualifications

• A passion for early childhood education and a commitment to providing high-quality care.
• Previous experience in a childcare or educational setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
• Communicate daily with parents and participate in parent conferences.
• Maintain proper supervision of children during activities.
• Participate in training and professional development activities.

Skills

Effective communication with children

Ability to accept supervision

Dependability and flexibility

Positive attitude

Creativity

Education

State licensing requirements for teaching

Job description

Preschool Age Teacher – Sun Prairie, WI

GBH Strong Beginnings is looking for a Preschool Age Teacher.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Daily activities for Preschool children 2 years old
• Assist with indoor and outdoor activities, field trips, projects, games
• Responsible for planning and implementing engaging activities that are developmentally appropriate
• Daily communication with parents, participate in parent conferences
• Attend all Family Engagement activities (e.g., parent involvement activities, holiday celebrations, parades, etc.)
• Maintain proper supervision of children during on‑site and off‑site activities (e.g., walks, field trips, school‑age transportation, etc.)
• Participating in training and professional development activities
• Attend all staff meetings
• Meet State Licensing requirements
• Classroom orientation for new staff
• Work together with entire staff as a member on a team to ensure all daily tasks are completed
• Direct parent problems and concerns appropriately
• When not responsible for children, make effective use of time
• Willing to take on new responsibilities
• Ability to effectively communicate with children, co‑workers, and parents
• Ability to accept supervision and constructive criticism
• Dependable and flexible
• Enthusiastic, positive attitude, creative and self‑motivated
• Adhere to all licensing regulations and center policies

Pay

• $15-$20 per hour

Work Schedule

• The Preschool Age Program instructional hours run from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Monday through Friday. Program staff will be available between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with a ½ hour lunch break.

Benefits

• Full‑time employees are eligible to receive company benefits that include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Company‑provided Life Insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO), and more!
• FREE CHILDCARE FOR EMPLOYEES!

Education and Qualifications

• State licensing requirements for teaching – Preferred
• A passion for early childhood education and a commitment to providing high‑quality care!

Mission

We are seeking individuals who have a desire to guide children through a safe and respectful early education, and to help them become productive members of society. At Ginger Bread, our goal is to facilitate a child's transition from the home life to a larger social circle, and to provide an enjoyable introduction into the educational learning process!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, and we will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We encourage applicants of all ages, races, ethnicities, genders, religions, and abilities to apply for our open positions.