Lead Early Childhood Teachers - The Playing Field Madison

Join The Playing Field, Inc. as a Full-Time Lead Early Childhood Teacher in Madison, WI, and be a part of a passionate community focused on breaking barriers in education. Here, you'll collaborate with like-minded professionals, fostering a school family environment that nurtures both children and educators alike.

Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate eager to grow and master new skills, this opportunity offers a dynamic, high-performance workplace dedicated to excellence and integrity. As a mission-driven organization, we value your willingness to innovate and improve early childhood education. With a competitive salary ranging from $50,000 to $53,000 annually, you can thrive while making a meaningful impact in our community.

You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Simple IRA plan with Employer Match, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, and Paid Holidays. Apply now to become an integral member of our forward-thinking team, shaping the future of our students and community!

A little about The Playing Field, Inc.

The Playing Field is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to break the barriers faced by low-Income families in accessing high-quality early care and education. We intentionally address the barriers of cost, transportation, and high rates of preschool expulsions. Our unique models for enrollment, funding, and staff development assure that children are not denied access to quality early childhood services.

Your day to day as a Lead Early Childhood Teachers

As a Lead Early Childhood Teacher at The Playing Field, Inc., you'll have the opportunity to lead by example while fostering a supportive and professional teaching team. Your passion for education will shine as you model effective practices, coach your colleagues, and encourage their success. You'll be responsible for planning engaging, age-appropriate activities tailored to promote children's social, cognitive, and emotional growth. By maintaining frequent communication with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, parent-teacher conferences, and home visits, you will ensure a strong connection between the school family and home. This role not only enables you to impact young lives but also allows you to grow and master new skills within a community-focused environment.

Requirements for this Lead Early Childhood Teachers job

To thrive as a Lead Early Childhood Teacher at The Playing Field, Inc., candidates must possess a strong foundation in education, having completed an associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education. Reliability and professionalism are key attributes, ensuring that you can create a stable and supportive environment for both children and your teaching team. A commitment to high standards in early care and education will drive your mission-driven approach, while a willingness to learn and adapt will help you grow and master new skills. Additionally, a certificate from The Wisconsin Registry is required; however, if you need assistance in obtaining this certification, we will guide you through the process during the later stages of the hiring journey. Join us in our community-focused mission, where your expertise will help break barriers and shape young minds effectively.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Lead Teacher applicants should have completed and associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education. All candidates should be reliable
• professional
• and willing to learn. A commitment to high standards in early care and education is essential. A certificate from The Wisconsin Registry is required--if needed
• we will guide candidates in how to receive a certificate in the later stages of the hiring process.

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Applying for this position is a walk in the park if you feel it's a good fit for you. Best of luck!