Enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator

Summary Are you looking for a role where you can truly make a difference? A place where your work helps shape the future, supports children’s growth, and contributes to a kinder, more connected world? A place where you are respected, supported, and encouraged to grow and learn? Wildflowers Learning Center may be the place for you! We are looking for full-time Early Childhood Education Teachers who are interested in: Making an impact on the world. Helping us exceed parents’ expectations of what childcare can be. Growing in their career with support from the company. Being a part of a cohesive team of professionals. Bringing a warm, enthusiastic, and thoughtful approach to working with young children. Duties Implement the school's curriculum Establish and maintain a safe, nurturing, and healthy learning environment Supervise daily activities in the classroom Supports different classrooms, roles and age groups Observes and assesses children's development Establishes positive and productive relationships with families Creates lesson plans Follows the classroom's routine Conducts parent/teacher conferences twice a year Sets developmentally appropriate expectations for children and use positive reinforcement techniques for child behaviors using Conscious Discipline techniques Lifts children and/or equipment Bends, sits on the floor, and stands for extended periods of time Consistently exhibits a warm, supportive attitude towards children Adapts to changes within the program Performs other duties as required Contributes to a positive work environment Willing to have fun! Requirements Has a positive attitude and reliable work ethic Able to consistently work on a set schedule from Monday – Friday, 8 hours plus 1 lunch hour, all year-round Able to pass a background check Has a passion for working with children! Communication skills Able to meet or exceed the qualifications for an Early Childhood Teacher CPR/AED First Aid certified within the first 3 months Able to develop and implement the school's curriculum to foster the love of learning Has the physical ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations. Positive role model At least 18 years old High School Diploma or GED Registry of Wisconsin certificate or ability to become lead teacher certified is required (we provide all materials to reach lead teacher certification). 15 hours of training in infant and toddler care for teachers assigned to this age group. Must be completed within 6 months after assuming the position. Nice To Haves Meets or exceeds the qualifications for an Early Childhood Teacher Has previous experience in the early childcare field CPR/First Aid, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Abuse and Neglect and SIDS trainings completed Pyramid model, WMLES, Strengthening families trainings completed Lead certified Infant and Toddler certified Benefits Supportive team environment with a focus on both professional and personal wellness Constant classroom support Family friendly environment with fun activities planned to engage the preschool community Competitive wages with a well-rounded compensation package 2 personal days and 3 sick days on your first year. Starting on your first anniversary, 2 personal days, 3 sick days plus one week of vacation; vacation weeks increase with each anniversary up to 30 days Paid holidays after 90 days 50% of insurance coverage through Dean Health Paid weekly planning time, staff meetings, 3 professional development days 1 hour break every day Anniversary and performance bonuses 50% of employee childcare discount, dependent on availability. Career path advancement programs A family friendly work environment Respectful, inclusive, work culture Consistent co-workers Support in all facets of your job