Child Care Teachers and Educators

Encompass is a mission-driven non-profit and recognized leader in early childhood education in Northeast Wisconsin. With eight thriving locations across Green Bay, De Pere, Oconto, and Pulaski, and an anticipated ninth location opening in 2027, we continue to grow intentionally, investing in educators, strong systems, and high-quality programs that support children, families, and communities for the long term.

Our NAEYC-accredited programs are grounded in High Scope Curriculum and Conscious Discipline, with on-site supports that allow educators to focus on meaningful teaching and relationship-based care.

Requirements

What You'll Do

As an Early Childhood Educator at Encompass, you will:

• Create nurturing, engaging learning environments that support children's social, emotional, and cognitive development

• Implement the High Scope Curriculum through active learning, observation, and assessment

• Use Conscious Discipline strategies to foster safe, respectful, and inclusive classrooms

• Build strong partnerships with children and families

• Maintain developmentally appropriate, high-quality learning environments

• Collaborate with Center Directors, fellow educators, and advocates

• Participate in ongoing professional growth

What We're Looking For
Assistant Teachers

• High school diploma required

• Two non-credit early childhood courses completed preferred

• Interest in early childhood education and a desire to continue learning and growing in the field

Lead Teachers

• Associate degree in early childhood, child development, or a related field

• Bachelor's degrees in unrelated fields are welcome to apply

• Classroom experience and understanding of developmentally appropriate, relationship-based practice preferred

We actively support continuing education, credential advancement, and career growth at every stage.

Compensation

• Assistant Teachers: $15.00-$20.00 per hour (2 credits in ECE or both DCF-approved non-credit course in ECE)

• Lead Teachers: $18.00-$24.00 per hour (associate's degree or higher in ECE or related field)
Pay based on education, experience, and Registry level

Why Educators Choose Encompass

• Mission-Driven Non-Profit Organization with long-term stability and purpose

• Industry Leader in Early Childhood Education serving multiple communities

• NAEYC-Accredited Programs reflecting the highest standards of quality in ECE

• Teacher-Child Ratios, we are committed to the 1:4 ratio under 2.

• High Scope Curriculum & Conscious Discipline as core frameworks

• On-Site Advocates who support classrooms and partner with families

• 60% childcare discount for all employees

• TEACH Scholarships supported with minimal out of pocket cost

• Education reimbursement for continued professional development

• Clear career pathways and internal advancement opportunities

• Continued growth, including a planned 9th location opening in 2027

Grow Your Career

At Encompass, educators are respected as professionals and supported by strong systems, meaningful benefits, and a clear vision for the future. If you are looking for quality, collaboration, stability, and growth across multiple communities, we invite you to apply

Apply today to join a leading non-profit organization where educators are supported, valued, and empowered, now and into the future.