Early Childhood Teacher

Early Childhood Teacher

Madison College is expanding childcare services at the new Early Learning Center located at the Goodman South Campus and is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher to join the team.

The Early Childhood Teacher creates a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment while providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences and fulfilling school district contract requirements for a four-year-old kindergarten classroom.

This position involves supporting each child's individual development, maintaining accurate assessments, promoting health and well-being and building positive partnerships with families.

The Early Childhood Teacher also provides guidance to classroom staff and supports the use of best practices to deliver high-quality early childhood education.

Position Details:

• Schedule:
  
  40-hours a week, 52-weeks a year. Monday through Friday during operational hours 8:00am to 5:00pm.
• Benefits:
  Madison College offers an excellent benefits package including vacation, holidays, health/vision/dental/life insurance options and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).

Why Join the Team at Madison College's Early Learning Center?

• Be Part of a Growing Team:
  Join a dynamic, expanding Early Learning Center committed to providing innovative and high-quality childcare education.
• Make a Meaningful Impact:
  Shape the lives of young learners (ages 6 weeks to 5 years) by fostering a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment.
• Collaborative Work Environment:
  Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals, exchanging ideas and support to create an enriching experience for children and their families.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Benefit from a part-time role that fits seamlessly into your life, with opportunities to make a significant contribution to the program and families.

If you are passionate about early childhood development and excited to help open a new center that will serve students, families, and the surrounding community.

Madison College believes every team member brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the communities we serve, address challenges, and develop innovative solutions. Come be part of our great team!

Interviews are ongoing until the position is filled, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Required Documents (2):

• Resume
• Cover Letter

* Failure to include these documents by the first consideration date will result in the disqualification of your application.

Accountabilities:

• Leads the four-year-old kindergarten classroom by implementing curriculum in alignment with district contract requirements and completes all required documentation to enhance childcare offerings.
• Develops and implements learning experiences by co-planning activities that support children's growth, fostering a classroom environment that encourages developmentally appropriate learning and socialization.
• Supports individualized child development by addressing cultural, socio-economic, emotional and physical needs to adapt teaching methods to each child's learning style and pace.
• Maintains health and safety standards, completes routine classroom cleaning and follows sanitation protocols for food preparation, toys and bedding to ensure a safe and healthy environment.
• Ensures accurate and up-to-date child assessment records by documenting observations and developmental progress to inform lesson planning and communication with parents.
• Builds positive partnerships with parents by exchanging information through informal conversations, newsletters and conferences to support children's development both at home and in the classroom.
• Provides guidance by offering support and supervision to student workers, interns and student teachers to enhance their learning and classroom effectiveness.
• Performs other related duties within the scope of the position as required for the efficient operation of the division and to support institutional objectives.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of early childhood education principles and child development theories.
• Knowledg…