Early Childhood - Teacher

The Teacher is responsible for coordinating the curriculum and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom along with their two teaching assistants. Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns. This position will teach at our Wausau location-- Looking to begin August 17, 2026 or upon passing background check.

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies, Head Start Standards, and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment - including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification or be wiling to take these upon hire.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Minimum of an associate degree in Early Childhood or a Bachelor degree
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Experience working with preschoolers.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Professional Development

• Health, Dental, and Vision (20% employee and 80% employer paid)

  $25,000 Life Insurance plan paid by the agency

  Short-term and Long-term disability

  Employee Assistance Program

  IRA retirement plan during 3rd year of employment

  Paid time off

  Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance

  Children attend 4 days a week and teachers work 5 days a week, so there is one day a week to plan, clean, coordinate with staff, and attend trainings.