What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Teacher position at UnityPoint Health – Meriter?
The Child Care Teacher is responsible for providing high quality care and education in a stimulating, child-centered environment that promotes learning and healthy development of the children charged to our care. This position will primarily support our infant/toddler area and will occasionally support the preschool area.
Why UnityPoint Health?
- Commitment to our Team – For the second consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
- Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
- Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.
Required Qualifications
* 80 hours WI DCF approved coursework directly related to early childhood care and development or CDA certification.
* 15 additional hours of Infant/Toddler fundamentals training
* One year working in an early childhood classroom
* Educational and experience qualifications must be documented by The Registry State certification system
* Current Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification
* Knowledge of child development and positive guidance techniques for children ages birth-six years
* Knowledge of State Licensing regulations
Preferred Qualifications
* Associates or Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education
* Five years working in an early childhood classroom
* Knowledge of City of Madison Accreditation Standards
* WEMLS
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