Childcare Teacher

About This Role

Opportunities available - Lead 4-5 year old Teacher, Lead 3-5 year old Teacher, and Lead 2 year old Teacher.

What You'll Do

• Follows the DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers and the Kettle Moraine YMCA Child Care Policies.
• Implements age appropriate curriculum by developing lesson plans that contribute to the growth and self esteem of the children.
• Mentors assistants and volunteers.
• Maintains a safe, orderly environment, which includes housekeeping duties.
• Interacts with children at their level and provides supervision for a safe environment.
• Aids in meal/snack preparation.
• Reports any problems/concerns to the supervisor promptly.
• Greets and communicates with parents, keeping all interactions positive and sensitive to the feelings of children and parents.
• Communicates appropriately with co-workers.
• Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, volunteers, other staff, and the communities we serve.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency.
• 2 years experience in Child Care preferred.
• Educational qualifications in compliance with DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers.
• Current CPR/AED certification preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
• Must complete and pass fingerprint check.
• Must complete a Health Physical and TB test within 30 days of hire.
• The ability to appropriately interact with children at their cognitive level.
• The ability to lift 40 lbs.
• The ability to participate in all required physical activities with the children.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance eligible FREE.
• Y Membership paid time off.
• Program discounts - childcare, school age, day camp.