Lead Teacher- Full Time
The Nurturing Tree Early Learning Academy
- Brodhead, WI
- $16.00-17.50 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Join our high-quality, nature-focused, play-based childcare center that serves ages 2-10!
Our Philosophy at The Nurturing Tree Early Learning Academy is that children learn best in a nurturing, child-initiated play-based environment that fosters self-confidence, trust, creativity, autonomy, and acceptance of individual differences. As a staff member, you would establish positive personal interactions and nurture each child’s growth and education.
The Nurturing Tree Early Learning Academy is looking for a Full-Time Lead Teacher!Duties· Foster positive relationships with children, families, and staff, contributing to a supportive team environment.
· Communicate regularly and professionally with parents/guardians regarding child progress, classroom updates, and needs.
· Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met
· Ensure a healthy environment for the safety of the children
· Participate in ongoing professional development and team meetings.
· Help prepare and serve meals and snacks, overseeing mealtime routines.
· Create and maintain a safe, warm, and inviting classroom that is clean and organized.
· Achieve center goals by collaborating with team and leadership on enrollment, accreditation, and family engagement initiatives.
· Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 40 pounds (e.g., lifting children, supplies, or equipment).
· Ability to bend, kneel, squat, and sit on the floor for extended periods while engaging with children.Requirements· 1-year childcare experience
· High energy
· An understanding of child development and the willingness to learn!
· Willing to take required trainings and maintain yearly continuing education
· Must clear full background check and pass health screening
· Able to walk 2 miles, 2 to 3 times per week in various weather conditionsNice To Haves
- Experience in a Group Childcare setting
· Caring and understanding supervisors
· 1-week paid vacations after 90 days
· Paid holidays and 2 paid staff in-service days
· Paid staff meetings
· Paid continuing education
· Childcare discount for full-time staff members