4K Licensed Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Reports to : Director and Onalaska School District

Incentive : Competitive pay plus FREE childcare

Our Company

At Northstar Early Learning Center, our mission is to provide a premier child development experience that is both educational and affordable.

Our staff is committed to working with parents to create a learning environment that sparks a child’s creativity and curiosity and nurtures a healthy body.

We are always looking for talented individuals who are passionate about teaching and possess an unwavering commitment to their students.

Our Job Opening :

We are looking for a talented preschool teacher for children ages 4 and up. A typical day would include some teacher-directed instruction, many "hands-on" activities, and opportunities for child-initiated play.

4K programs are typically learning programs for four-year-old children residing within specific school districts that are located near the learning center.

Children will be enrolled in the school district's 4-year-old program but will be taught at our location. Usually, these programs are one session per day, taught in the morning.

Position is full time.

Work Environment :

You will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There can be several activities and situations happening at once, and you must supervise and provide a safe environment to all children always.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : From $17.00 per hour

Duties

Summary of Essential Job Functions :

• Plan and implement curriculum;
• Assist in preparing breakfast and snack for children;
• Regulate rest periods;
• Redirect or initiate other measures to control behavior;
• Change diapers as needed;
• Help with dressing a child when needed;
• Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children;
• Keep organized daily sheet for each child;
• Communicate daily with parents;
• Observe and monitor children’s play activities;
• Organize and participate in recreational activities;
• Sanitize toys;
• Organize and store toys in activity areas;
• Support children’s emotional and social development;
• Set up conferences with parents 3 times per year;
• Supervision of teachers in your classroom;
• Provide leadership to assistant and part time teachers in your classroom;
• All other duties and responsibilities as determined by center management

Requirements

Minimum Requirements :

Must have a bachelors degree and a strong interest in children's education.

Desired Experience :

• Degree and / or certifications in Elementary and Early Childhood Development from a Nationally or State Accredited Institution;
• Microsoft office, Web Browser, Email, Fax.

Abilities required :

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds regularly;
• Must be able to sit down on floor to play with children;
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time;
• Must be able to attend work as required;
• Microsoft office, Web Browser, Email, Fax

Benefits

Benefits :

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule :

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

This position has a higher rate of pay than listed for 10 hours per week per the contract with Onalaska school district

About Us

Northstar Early Learning Center is a family-owned childcare center that partners with families in preparing children for lifelong success through rich educational experiences in a safe, nurturing environment.

And, we seek to serve as a destination for professionals who are building a legacy in childcare.