Preschool Teacher
Company: Momentum Early Learning
Location: Waukesha
Posted on: March 16, 2023
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Job Description:
JOB TITLE: Preschool Teacher
REPORTS TO: Momentum Early Learning Director
SUMMARY: The Preschool Teacher is a full-time or part-time position
that is responsible for providing care for children ages between 2
- 5 years old. The Preschool Teacher ensures the center is
compliant with all state and federal requirements and represents
the center in a positive and professional manner at all times. The
Preschool Teacher performs all responsibilities according to
operational procedures, policies and curriculum as part of the
Momentum Early Learning Culture.
MOMENTUM EARLY LEARNING CULTURE: Momentum Early Learning partners
with parents and guardians to provide an enjoyable learning
environment focused on integrated learning and creative play.
Through thoughtful and structured lessons, teachers will lead our
children through a world of adventure and creative play. Our
mission is to provide a secure and safe environment where parents
and guardians are welcome to share in their child's day at any time
via secured webcam or in-person visit. Our teachers are experienced
and nurturing caregivers who encourage interactive and imaginative
play, while expanding the experiences and knowledge of our
children.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.) Child Care
Provide a nurturing and respectful environment in which children
can grow physically, emotionally, socially and intellectually.
Assures that all children receive proper personal care and
attention to their toileting/diapering, clothing and health
needs.
Builds relationships with each child and is flexible and responsive
to children's needs and interest.
Encourages independence and self-help skills.
2.) Education / Curriculum
Motivate children to learn by providing age-appropriate social and
development skills through activities and lesson plans.
Plan weekly lessons and activities based on the developmental needs
of the children.
Maintain a respectful, warm, engaging learning environment,
encouraging curiosity and discovery.
Structure learning inside the classroom and outside during outdoor
play.
Responsible for the planning and implementation of appropriate
curriculum, lesson plans and special events.
Utilize technology when available to enhance learning
environment.
Maintain and is timely with all paperwork associated with lesson
plans, portfolios, and other curriculum requires as set by the
Center Director and Program Coordinator.
3.) Safety and Security
Proactively identifies and resolves potential safety and health
hazards in the early learning center and creates a safe and healthy
environment for children of all ages.
Maintains a clutter free room at all times.
Report any suspected abuse to the Director in a timely manner.
4.) Cleanliness
Upholds Momentum Early Learning's cleanliness standards.
Maintain a very clean environment practicing all policies and
procedures.
Ensure room is clean and cleaning checklist is completed every
night while following closing procedures nightly.
Follows proper procedure to limit the transferring of
sicknesses.
5.) Operations
Assist in the maintenance of records on each child including but
not limited to: daily observations, daily activities, daily sheets,
snacks/meals and attendance/time sheets.
Ensure that standard operating procedures for the center are
followed and positively reinforced to others on the child care
team.
Report to the Director any damaged or lost materials.
6.) Guest Experience & Satisfaction
Engage parents/guardians through open verbal and written
communication.
Proactively and professionally address and resolve parental
concerns, keeping the Director informed of the issue and
resolution. Escalate critical issues to the Director for resolution
as needed.
Communicate effectively and often with families to ensure
consistent feedback regarding child's care and learning
experience.
7.) Leadership
Uphold the core values of Momentum Early Learning: Education,
Security, Technology, and Cleanliness.
Actively contributes creative ideas to grow and improve the
learning center.
Maintains a productive, positive, dynamic, engaging and fun working
environment through a positive and fun-loving demeanor.
Ensure new hires feel welcome and have a successful transition into
the Momentum Early Learning culture.
Participate as a mentor (when assigned) in developing new staff
members.
Participate in peer collaboration days.
No participation in gossip or negative conversations. Maintain
confidentiality in all circumstances and a "need-to-know"
mentality.
6.) Additional Duties
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualifications and Education
Two or Four year degree in Early Childhood Education preferred but
not necessary.
OR Completion of Early Childhood I, II
CPR/First Aid Certified and current.
Must meet annual continuing education requirements.
Physical Requirements
Health Exam required within 30 days of employment.
Completion of Physical Lift & Carry Test.
Skills
Customer Service: Customer focused demeanor, always looking to find
a way to satisfy the customer.
Engaging Communication: Energetic and interactive personality.
Leadership: Able to motivate others to take personal
responsibility; mobilizes people to face, define, and solve
problems; develops capacity of others to adapt to change; leads
past status quo to achieve new levels of excellence or change.
Poise: Ability to multi-task and stay calm and upbeat in a
fast-paced, stressful environment.
Positivity: Ability to create an inclusive, encouraging work
environment.
Organization: Excellent organization and time management
skills.
Develop Others: Able to mentor and help others learn by challenging
employees to think through problems and opportunities.
Team Building: Able to develop team effort, confront negative
attitudes to build commitment, morale and fun!
Commitment/Diligence: Able to persevere in accomplishing tasks or
objectives, commit to long hours of work, and have a sense of
urgency about getting results.
Safety Conscious: Strong focus and experience in the monitoring of
safety and security in a child care environment.
Accuracy: Attention to detail and efficient completion of assigned
tasks.
Creativity: A focus on creativity and continuous improvement.
Change Management: Adaptable to change.
Adaptability: Ability to work a flexible schedule to adapt to
changing staffing needs.
Keywords: Momentum Early Learning, Waukesha , Preschool Teacher, Education / Teaching , Waukesha, Wisconsin
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