Child Care Teacher RHC

Encompass Early Education and Care•Green Bay, WI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Care Teacher provides high-quality early learning experiences that support children's physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and developmental growth. Using the HighScope curriculum and related assessment and guidance practices, the teacher creates a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that promotes children's belonging, independence, and well-being. The teacher recognizes and supports each child's strengths, interests, culture, abilities, and developmental needs. Through observation, documentation, assessment, and intentional teaching, the teacher uses child development data to guide learning experiences, support individual growth, and foster curiosity, confidence, and school readiness. The teacher partners with families through respectful communication and confidentiality, recognizing families as essential partners in children's development. The role collaborates professionally with colleagues and follows Encompass policies, Wisconsin DCF licensing regulations, NAEYC Professional Standards and Code of Ethical Conduct, and developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and inclusive practices. The position is based in a classroom and childcare setting, with active supervision indoors and outdoors. Occasional travel for training, meetings, or agency events may be required.

Requirements

Must be registered with or eligible to register with The Registry, Wisconsin's Recognition System for the Early Childhood Education and Care Profession.
Lead Educators must meet education requirements established by DCF and NAEYC.
Must obtain and maintain required certifications and training, including Pediatric First Aid, CPR/AED, Abusive Head Trauma Prevention, and Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporter Training, as well as other training required by DCF, NAEYC, or Encompass.
Prior experience in an early childhood education setting is required.
Ability to actively supervise children and maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Ability to use classroom technology and software to support communication, documentation, assessment, and program requirements.
Organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.
Dependable attendance, punctuality, and scheduling flexibility to support classroom operations and teacher-to-child ratio requirements.
Ability to successfully complete required background checks and meet regulatory requirements.
Ability to observe, assess, and respond to children's developmental, behavioral, and learning needs.
Ability to implement curriculum and plan developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Ability to lift, carry, and assist children, supplies, and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively with children, families, and staff.

Nice To Haves

Experience with HighScope or Conscious Discipline.
Experience in a NAEYC-accredited program.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality early learning experiences that support children's physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and developmental growth.
Use the HighScope curriculum and related assessment and guidance practices.
Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
Build positive, respectful, and responsive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
Observe, document, and assess children's development and use the information to guide learning experiences and support individual growth.
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences that foster curiosity, confidence, and school readiness.
Communicate respectfully with families, maintain confidentiality, and partner with families in supporting children's development.
Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
Actively supervise children by sight and sound in classroom, playground, and outdoor environments.
Maintain dependable attendance, punctuality, and scheduling flexibility to support classroom operations and DCF teacher-to-child ratio requirements.
Use classroom technology and software for communication, documentation, assessment, and program requirements.
Ensure classroom practices align with HighScope, COR Advantage, DCF, NAEYC, and YoungStar requirements.
Follow Encompass policies, Wisconsin DCF licensing regulations, NAEYC professional standards and ethical conduct, and inclusive, culturally responsive practices.
Maintain required certifications and training and meet regulatory requirements.
Exhibit agency values and demonstrate commitment to the agency mission.
Perform other duties as assigned.