Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher

Summary
Starlight Academy is a small, innovative child-focused center. SLA is currently interviewing for a Lead Teacher, working with a mixed age group of 6 mo - 2 years. We are looking for a teacher that is ready to be an energetic team player, who is flexible and supportive of the needs of the children. Responsibilities may include monthly lesson planning in accordance with SLA's philosophy of teaching, maintaining an organized classroom environment that promotes learning and exploring for the children, and implementation of Developmental Appropriate Practices. You must have your lead teaching certificate and a Level 7 with the Registry to be considered for this position. CPR, SBS, and SIDS are required.
Salary: $15.00 to $22.00/hour based on education and experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Duties
Duties and Responsibilities

• Organizes and provides developmentally appropriate early childhood education programs; plans and implements curriculum and education for children ranging in age from six weeks to twelve years old.
• Provides activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem solving appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of children.
• Plans and prepares classroom setting; oversees safety and educational programs; supervises children in the classroom; provides a supportive environment in which children can learn and practice appropriate and acceptable individual and group behaviors.
• Interacts with parents and community groups; maintains open and cooperative communication with parents and families, encouraging their involvement in the program and supporting the child's family relationships.
• Writes and compiles individual assessments of each child's development; completes daily inventories, child attendance, and related reports.
• Participates in teaching undergraduate and graduate early childhood education labs, as appropriate.
• Participates in research programs concerned with improvements in early childhood teaching methods, as appropriate.
• May lead, guide, and train staff/student employees, interns, and/or volunteers performing related work; may participate in the recruitment of volunteers, as appropriate to the area of operation.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Flexible and adaptable
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification to be completed before start date
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• State of WI DCF certificate requirements

Nice To Haves

• A level 7 or higher on the WI Registry
• a minimum 1 year experience

Benefits
Paid Vacation Time
Paid Holidays
Retirement Plan Employer Contribution
TeleHealth and TeleTherapy Benefits
Childcare Discount
Paid Continuing Education
Supportive Work Environment
Bonus Opportunities
Flexible scheduling/College and High School students