3 Year Old Preschool Teacher

The 3 Year Old Preschool Teacher is responsible for helping develop, deliver, administer and evaluate the preschool program at the Centre. The program includes licensed components and working with state child care licensor. The incumbent will work closely with the Child Development Director in scheduling, supervising, and coordinating the program. The individual will implement activities designed to meet the specified objectives and goals of the Centre.

Essential Functions:
 Develop and participate in special events as needed.
 Tour prospective Participants.
 Communicate and treat other staff members with courtesy and respect.
 Maintain a positive and helpful attitude with all members and participants.
 Keep supervisor informed of decisions and unresolved issues.
 Respond to all member concerns and communicate feedback in a timely manner.

Program Activities: Provide leadership and supervision to related programs by ensuring staff teach safe and effective, high quality programs in accordance with Centre policies and procedures.
 Participate in monthly staff meetings.
 Help provide a high quality programs through upkeep of equipment, room appearance and trained staff.
 Ensure safety, quality, and consistency of the programs within the Centre.
 Continue to evaluate, update, and assist in the development of new programs and initiatives within the program.
 Promote commitment to the goals and philosophy of the Centre by remaining current and cutting edge with programming and equipment.
 Obtain the required amount of continuing education consistent with the licensing guidelines on an annual basis.
 Develop and implement daily programming schedules.
 Deal with children and parent concerns in a timely, professional manner.
 Maintain program areas and equipment in a clean, safe, functional manner to meet all relevant standards. Contact supervisor with facility concerns immediately.
 Increase participation by providing a high quality program.
 Maintain positive relationships with state licensor.
 Develop and participate in special events as needed.
 Participate in YoungStar rating system by helping secure the highest rating possible.
 Maintain a professional relationship with program participants and parents.
 Represent the Centre and maintain positive relationships with members, participants, and the community at large.
 Maintain all required certifications and attend recommended training programs.
 Attend regular staff training and meetings.
 Develop and implement a system of communication with other staff and parents to create a teamwork atmosphere.
 Help maintain all required paperwork on children participating in the program in accordance with state licensing guidelines and daily attendance records, and accident/injury/incident reports.
 Assure that all equipment is in good working order and there is enough for all children in the program.
 Organize and keep all necessary program records, rosters and statistics.

Relationships:
This position reports to the Centre Child Manager. The incumbent interacts regularly with members, staff, volunteers, and participants.

Qualifications:
Required
 Education and/or equivalent experience as required by the State of Wisconsin.
 CPR and First Aid certification
 Excellent organization, communication, and administration skills

Preferred
 Minimum 1 - 3 years experience working in Child Care programs

Physical Demands:
Conduct classes and activities relating to child development.
Perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time.
Operate a computer, copy machine, and fax machine.
Communicate effectively via email, telephone, and in person.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Childhood development: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $15 - $19