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Encompass Early Education and Care•Green Bay, WI

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 supports each child's sense of belonging, independence, and well-being. The teacher builds positive relationships with children by recognizing and supporting their individual strengths, interests, cultures, 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. In partnership with families, the teacher communicates respectfully and maintains confidentiality, recognizing families as essential partners in a child's development. The role collaborates professionally with colleagues and upholds Encompass policies, Wisconsin DCF licensing regulations, NAEYC Professional Standards and Code of Ethical Conduct, and developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and inclusive practices.

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.
Prior experience in an early childhood education setting is required.
Must obtain and maintain required certifications and training, including Pediatric First Aid, CPR/AED, Abusive Head Trauma Prevention, Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporter Training, and other training required by DCF, NAEYC, or Encompass.
Ability to actively supervise children and maintain a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and engaging environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Ability to use classroom technology and software.
Organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.
Ability to meet attendance, punctuality, and scheduling-flexibility expectations.
Ability to 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.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and sitting on the floor while supervising and engaging with children.
Ability to lift, carry, and assist children, supplies, and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
Ability to move quickly and respond appropriately to children's needs and emergency situations.
Ability to supervise children by sight and sound in classrooms, playgrounds, and outdoor environments.
Frequent use of hands and arms for classroom activities, feeding, diapering, cleaning, and assisting children.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, and to see, hear, and communicate effectively with children, families, and staff.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Actively supervise children and maintain a safe, nurturing, 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 intentional teaching and learning experiences.
Implement curriculum and plan developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support children's growth and school readiness.
Communicate respectfully with families, maintain confidentiality, and partner with families in children's development.
Use classroom technology and software for communication, documentation, assessment, and program requirements.
Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
Maintain dependable attendance, punctuality, and scheduling flexibility to support classroom operations and DCF teacher-to-child ratios.
Ensure classroom practices align with HighScope, COR Advantage, DCF, NAEYC, and YoungStar requirements.
Uphold Encompass policies, agency values, and mission, along with applicable licensing regulations and professional standards.
Complete other duties as assigned.