Bear Buddies Child Development Center is looking for a qualified 3 and 4 Year Old Lead Teacher to add to our amazing team in Hudson, Wisconsin! We offer benefits that include career development, discounted daycare, PTO, and competitive wages!
Bear Buddies Child Development Center is a privately owned organization founded in 1991 for the primary purpose of providing high-quality developmental childcare, which offers a nurturing, loving environment and developmental curriculum for young children.
Are you a helpful and contributing individual who enjoys a supportive and collaborative environment? Are you enthusiastic and good at connecting with others? Do you function best in an established, family-like workplace where patience and kindness are a necessary trait? This position offers a quality driven role that will inspire and reward a conscientious person like you!
We are excited to offer a Lead Teacher position to just the right candidate that is excited and prepared to be a teacher to young children and is able to meet the licensing requirements of the licensing agency. This individual will have a personality that embraces both the sensitivity and maturity attributes that will relate well to both children and peers, creating leadership and stability within the program!
Requirements:
- Completion of a minimum of 3 WI state licensing books. Intro to Child Care, Skills and Strategies, Fundamentals of Infants and Toddlers
- Driver’s License
- Excellent communication skills
- Superior customer service
- Enthusiasm
- Kindness
- Administrative/Organization competency
Responsibilities:
- Working with children 3 and 4 years old.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and nurturing environment for children which meet all the licensing regulations.
- Communicate with fellow staff members, parents, management team and upper management to assure continuity and unity throughout the company.
- Know licensing regulations and Bear Buddies policy as stated in the provided handbooks.
- Exhibit enthusiasm, energy and positive attitude towards children, staff and parents.
- Meet all teacher licensing qualifications.
- Monitor and maintain cleanliness and neatness of the center and play areas specifically watching for safety hazards.
- Planning, supervising, and implementing the program for the class in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the school.
- Model behaviors of dignity and respect for all children and staff.
- Collaborate with team on maintaining office, entry, and hall décor by keeping current and appealing.
- Field enrollment questions by answering questions and encouraging parents through the guidelines in our parent handbook.
- Assist in marketing through tours, answering phone inquiries and suggesting promotional ideas.
- Brainstorming and promotion of new ideas to boost enrollment.
- Support staff members by relieving staff or filling in when necessary.
- Field trip prep and planning.
- Miscellaneous office tasks as needed.
- Keeping supplies ordered and stocked up.
- Constantly supporting a flow of communication with the Director to keep them updated on new or current developments or decisions that need to be made.
- Support policies, decisions, and directives of the Director of Administration.
- Assist the Director in explaining the program to visitors.
- Assisting the Director in teaching-training activities and teach demonstrations.
- Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and being responsible for one in-service/staff meeting per school year.
- Attend meetings and conferences of professional organizations appropriate for nursery school educators, sometimes as a representative of the school in place of the Director.
- Assist in public relations events sponsored by the school.
- Be open to perform other duties as needed as required.
Rewards:
- Paid Time Off
- 50% discount on daycare services through facility
- Free meals daily
Hours, Compensation and Location:
- Full-time position
- Monday – Friday, hours vary. Open at 5:00am Close at 6:30pm
- $16-$20 per hour DOE and Qualifications
About Bear Buddies Child Development Center, Inc.
Developmental Child Care offers those specific activities, plus adult and peer group interactions, which enhance a child's growth and development. A child experiences a combination of structured and self-directed learning choices in the major areas of growth; cognitive (thinking and understanding), physical (growth and movement), language (communication), social/emotional (feelings and expressions), and creative expression (artistic self-awareness).
Bear Buddies Child Development Center has many unique features built into the design of its facilities. It is evident that children are the primary focus when there are a variety of activities that are accessible and enrich their environment.
Professionally trained care givers provide positive, enthusiastic guidance and resources which foster the individual's growth to reach their full potential.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Willing to complete a background check.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- 3 Required WI Licensing Books (Required)
Work Location: In person
