WECP Teacher

Universities of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

About The Position

The Waisman Center Early Childhood Program (WECP) is an inclusive, full-day, year-round preschool serving children ages 1 through 6. Up to one-third of enrolled children may have special needs related to a disability, medical condition, or behavioral challenge. The program uses a developmental, play-based curriculum and is licensed by the State of Wisconsin and accredited by the City of Madison and the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The WECP Teacher prepares classroom lessons, facilitates classroom programs, and assesses student progress to promote children’s safety, learning, and development in accordance with the Creative Curriculum. The role includes regular interaction with parents and mentoring new teachers and students.

Requirements

Wisconsin Registry with Teacher qualifications is required.
Meet teacher qualifications under Department of Children and Families (DCF) 251 Licensing.

Nice To Haves

Wisconsin Registry Level 12 or higher is preferred; the minimum Registry Level is 3.
Two or more years of experience working in a preschool or early childhood setting, preferably in a team-teaching setting.
A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

Mentor new teachers and students.
Maintain and document effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, relaying pertinent information and providing updates about children’s activities in accordance with established guidelines and regulations.
Maintain the safety and physical well-being of children in a designated classroom.
Plan and facilitate classroom programming and schedule daily activities according to established curricula.
Evaluate individualized and developmental educational plans for children in collaboration with other stakeholders, as needed.
Prepare classroom lessons and assess student progress.