Seasonal Early Childhood Teacher

Position Objective:

Responsible for children enrolled in your classroom, writing and implementing lesson plans, parent communications and all other day to day operations.

Primary Responsibilities

Follow Kohl’s and Center policies and procedures, and State Licensing Rules & Regulations

• Attend all staff meetings and recommended required trainings.
• Uphold WMELS guidelines and Developmentally Appropriate Practices.
• Maintain confidentiality of the children and parents.
• Create and implement lesson plans based on Wisconsin Model of Early Learning Standards and the Creative Curriculum program.

Accountable for the children in your care during the course of your shift

• Maintain safety, care, and nurturance of children at all times.
• Write notes on the children's Daily Sheets about their day, including charting all diaper changes, feedings, and naps.
• Conduct informal assessments of children.

Maintain necessary certification to perform job duties

• Meet yearly continuing education requirements.
• Keep a current Registry certificate.
• Keep a current First Aid/CPR certificate.
• Complete the required training in Wisconsin Model of Early Learning Standards and Creative Curriculum.

Ensure knowledge and training is up to date with Early Childhood best practices, WMELS, and Wisconsin Department of Children rules and regulations.

Required Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience in Early Childhood working in the specific classroom age group.
• Introduction to the Child Care Profession (formerly ECI) and Skills and Strategies for the Child Care Teacher (formerly ECII) or equivalent completed. (Wisconsin Department of Children and Families requirement.)
• Understanding of developmentally applicable practices.
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others.

Preferred Qualifications*:

• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience creating age appropriate lesson plans.
• Fundamentals of Infant and Toddler Care (formerly Infant/Toddler) or equivalent completed.
• First Aid/Infant and Child CPR with AED Training.
• Shaken Baby Syndrome Training.
• Health Exam and TB test.

Special Requirements:

• Able to lift 40lbs.