Co Lead Preschool Teacher

Position Summary

Co-Lead Preschool Teacher is responsible for daily programming for children enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Center eph Academy, providing developmentally appropriate practices and high quality early care and education. The Co-Lead ensures that the needs of children and their families are understood and communicated as the primary SJA liaison and implements the early childhood program within local, state and federal guidelines, rules, regulations, laws, Wisconsin licensing, and accreditation standards.

Sign-On Bonus: $1,500.

• BA degree in early childhood education or related field preferred (staff meeting minimum requirement of an Early Childhood Associates Degree, Child Development Associate (CDA), or successful completion of 12 college credits in early childhood education).
• Must agree to obtain professional credentials within 2 years of accepting the position.
• 2+ years experience within early care working in a licensed childcare setting.
• Exemplary interpersonal, collaborative, and planning skills.
• Interest and ability to support children and their families.
• Ability to analyze an issue, identify options, and implement solutions.
• Ability to work cooperatively with people in and outside of the Education/Childcare Services department.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with children, their families, management, and staff.
• Ability to respond positively to work direction and guidance from others.
• Ability to work independently, managing multiple demanding tasks under critical time frames.

• Must have ability to sit (25%) and walk/stand (75%) throughout the shift.
• Must be able to periodically lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must have functional senses/manual dexterity to carry out job tasks, communicate effectively, and use office equipment.
• Must be able to handle stress of managing emergency/critical situations and multiple tasks.

• Exposure to infectious or communicable diseases inherent to caring for children.
• Occasional exposure to loud or unpleasant voices due to unpredictable behavior of children.
• Seasonal exposure to high humidity, heat, and cold due to internal and external environment.

• Ensures consistent compliance and meets all accreditation and licensing regulations.
• Teaching practices are planned and executed reflect developmentally appropriate curriculum for children.
• Classroom environment is in compliance with requirements (details omitted).

• Office equipment: personal computers, printers, phone systems, fax machine, photocopier.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.