Preschool Teacher Aide - Northport Area at Reach Dane

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSummaryAt Reach Dane, we're 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 community's rich diversitySupporting career development from entry-level to advanced positionsValuing unique enrichment skills like music, art, and therapeutic approachesDutiesAs a Preschool Teacher Aide, you'll partner with the Classroom Teacher to:Develop and implement activities that promote children's 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 TeacherRequirements Preschool Teacher Aide II RequirementsPreschool Credential OR Child Development Associate Credential ORAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in any field plus completion of Intro to Child Care Profession (or equivalent ECE course)Teacher Aide III RequirementsAssociate's degree in Early Childhood Education ORRelated Associate's or Bachelor's degree with practicum and assessments providing unique enrichment (music, art, intervention therapy) with minimum 18 ECE creditsBenefitsHealth, 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 EmployerAbout UsReach Dane provideshigh-quality early childhood services to over 1,000 underserved children ages 0-5 in Dane County through center based and home visitation programs. Our staff work tirelessly every day to reach the most vulnerable children and families in our community, and the need for our services is growing.The number of infants and toddlers experiencing homelessness enrolled in our programs has tripled over the last four years.Last year, Reach Dane served more homeless children than any other Head Start program in Wisconsin.