Preschool Teacher Aide AABS degree required at Reach DANE

Partner in Learning. Support Growth. Create Impact.QUICK FACTSPosition 1:Location: South Madison ED5 - 3201 Latham Drive Madison WISchedule: Full-time (40 hours/week) Part Year*Pay: $18.91-19.21/hour (based on education)Position 2:Location: South Madison Float- 3201 Latham Drive Madison WISchedule: Full-time (40 hours/week) Full YearPay: $18.91-19.21/hour (based on education)Position 3:Location: South Madison Float - 3201 Latham Drive Madison WISchedule: Full-time (40 hours/week) Part Year*Pay: $18.91-19.21/hour (based on education) Position 5:Location: Red Arrow ED1 - 2096 Red Arrow Trail Madison WISchedule: Full-time (40 hours/week) Part Year*Pay: $18.91-19.21/hour (based on education) *Part Year includes built-in summer break 2 weeks winter break and spring breakWHAT WE OFFERComprehensive BenefitsHealth Dental and Vision InsuranceGenerous Paid Time Off & Holidays403(b) Retirement with Employer Match (after 2 years)Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountsPublic Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible EmployerWork-Life Excellence & Professional GrowthCollaborative partnership with experienced classroom teachersFlexible scheduling to meet program needsComprehensive professional development: ongoing coaching paid continuing education and credential supportCareer advancement pathways with organizational training support (Aide II to Aide III progression)QUALIFICATIONS YOULL NEEDBasic Requirements (All Positions)Age: Minimum 18 years oldEducation: Associates or Bachelors degree in any field requiredPreschool Teacher Aide II RequirementsPreschool Credential OR Child Development Associate Credential ORAssociates or Bachelors degree in any field plus completion of Intro to Child Care Profession (or equivalent ECE course)Preschool Teacher Aide III RequirementsAssociates degree in Early Childhood Education ORRelated Associates or Bachelors degree with practicum and assessments providing unique enrichment (music art intervention therapy) with minimum 18 ECE creditsExperience: Working with children ages 3-5 preferably in licensed childcare settingCertifications: Adult Child and Infant CPR within 6 months; basic first aid knowledgeProfessional Competencies: Excellent communication skills ability to maintain confidentiality flexibility for varying schedulesAdditional: Experience with low-income multicultural families preferredWHAT YOULL DOAs a Preschool Teacher Aide youll partner with the Classroom Teacher to:Develop and implement activities that promote childrens social emotional cognitive and physical developmentSupport programming for children ages 3-5 in accordance with Head Start Performance StandardsEnsure compliance with Wisconsin Child Care Licensing City of Madison Accreditation and Wisconsin YoungStar standardsBuild positive relationships with children families staff and community membersMaintain a safe nurturing and inclusive classroom environmentSupport multicultural and diverse learning experiencesAssist with daily classroom routines and specialized programmingWork collaboratively under the direction of the Classroom TeacherWHO WE AREAt Reach Dane were reimagining early childhood education as a powerful tool for social transformation. Our commitment to equity and inclusion includes:Actively dismantling systemic barriers in early childhood educationIntentionally building a workplace reflecting our communitys rich diversitySupporting career development from entry-level to advanced positionsValuing unique enrichment skills like music art and therapeutic approachesJOIN OUR MISSIONAdvance your early childhood education career with meaningful work that supports childrens development while choosing from multiple schedule options in a supportive inclusive environment that values your unique skills and experience.Reach Dane is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. Please contact us to request accommodation. Key Skills Design Engineering,ABB,Marketing & Advertising,Bid Management,Activex,Control Engineering Employment Type : Hourly Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 18 - 19