Teacher

Universities of Wisconsin • Eau Claire, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Two full-time academic staff positions are available in the Children's Nature Academy. The official title for this assignment is Early Childhood Education Teacher with a working title of Teacher. The expected hiring salary will be based on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a Related Field (consistent with the requirements of the current program accreditation
• Current cpr/first aid
• A registry certificate from the Wisconsin Early Childhood Registry.
• Must maintain provide proof of required trainings mandated by the state of Wisconsin, the program's accreditation, and the Department of Children and Families.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree
• Coursework in Early Child Development
• Knowledge of accreditation and childcare licensing
• Ability to work with multiple personalities in a supportive role
• Flexibility to work with multiple age groups.

Responsibilities

• Plans and facilitates classroom programming and schedules daily classroom activities for an early childhood education facility according to established curriculums
• Maintains the safety and physical well-being of children in a designated classroom
• Evaluates individualized and developmental educational plans for children in collaboration with other stakeholders, as needed
• Maintains and documents effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to relay pertinent information and provide updates of child activities per established guidelines and regulations
• Mentors new teachers and students
• Lesson planning and assessment
• Maintaining required paperwork
• Maintaining learning environment in keeping with the standards of accreditation and licensing
• Managing children's behaviors through positive guidance that is developmentally appropriate
• Working collaboratively with teachers throughout the facility
• Facilitating learning through curriculum, including nature experiences.
• Mentoring UWEC and CVTC student assistants, practicum students, interns, and other adult learners.
• Communicating with families, staff and administration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level