Classroom Teacher III (Preschool) - Plymouth, Wisconsin ($25.94/HR

UMOS, Inc.•Plymouth, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Classroom Teacher III in a Preschool setting. The role involves managing classroom activities, ensuring child development, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with parents and staff. The teacher will implement various educational frameworks and adhere to health and safety regulations. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or a related field with specific Early Childhood Education credits, or a state-issued Teaching License. Basic computer skills, reliable transportation, and the ability to work flexible hours are also necessary. The work environment includes moderate noise levels and temperature variations, with occasional lifting and driving required. Successful completion of background checks and specific training is mandatory.

Requirements

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or related field in which 18 college credit hours must be in Early Childhood Education or if Bachelor’s degree is not related may hold a state-issued Teaching License to act as a pre-kindergarten or early childhood (regular or special education) teacher.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Must have basic computer skills to include but not limited to data entry and internet.
Have reliable transportation; hold a valid driver's license with adequate car insurance.
Work flexible and/or irregular hours with some travel.
Employment with UMOS is contingent upon successful completion of: Criminal background check, Physical exam and TB screening test, Complete SIDS & Shaken Baby Training, Fire Extinguisher Training, Proof of certification in Infant/Child CPR and First Aid, Register in the State Childcare registry.

Nice To Haves

Preferred teaching experience with children ages 0-5.
Preferred Bilingual in Spanish and English (oral and written).

Responsibilities

Schedule, complete, and track all required home visits and parent/teacher conferences.
Schedule and complete child developmental screenings and assessments.
Ensure collection of and timely online entry of classroom observations and documentation.
Complete assessment finalization checkpoints for all children within the specified time frame.
Use assessment results to create/update individualized plans in conjunction with parents to address each child’s needs and track child’s progress.
Plan and implement indoor and outdoor learning environments and experiences using the Creative Curriculum System, UMOS School Readiness Plan, and the Head Start Early Learning Outcome Framework.
Implement daily activity plans, field trips, and transition activities and submit completed, legible, required documents to the Child Development Coordinator in a timely manner.
Implement Individual Education Plan (IEP) or Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) of any child with a disability, ensuring Individual Goals are integrated into individualized plans and lesson planning, including tracking progress.
Maintain required documentation on children and classroom activities and submit written reports to the Child Development Coordinator in a timely manner.
Maintain written and verbal communication with families regarding developmental progress and other pertinent information using the PFCE Framework.
Implement and document the Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, including participating in family-style meals.
Implement required health and safety policies and procedures.
Participate in the ongoing weekly generation and collection of non-federal shares (In-kind).
Use positive guidance strategies to help children learn, monitor, and promote positive behaviors.
Demonstrate active supervision by maintaining direct sight and sound supervision of all children at all times.
Communicate, assist, and work with other staff in the coordination and assistance with arrival and departure of children, set up and clean-up of environments, and work with bus staff to ensure clear communication.
Attend all staff meetings, trainings, and center activities as assigned.
May be requested to assist in training and/or supporting other teaching staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.