Early Head Start Teacher Job at Reach DANE, Madison, WI

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  • Reach DANE
  • Madison, WI

Job Description

POSITION SPECIFIC DETAILS:

  • Hours: 40 hours/week- Full Time
    Status: Full Year

  • Locations: Madison, WI - Different locations include GB Arbor Hills, East Madison, South Madison, and Wee Start

  • Pay: $22.65 to 25.10 an hour depending on education

Qualifications:

  • Infant Toddler Credential/CDA or

  • Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or

  • Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with 18 ECE credits

  • Strong ability to apply Early Childhood Development theory

  • Excellent communication and listening skills

  • Experience in multicultural, diverse environments preferred

  • Ability to obtain Registry Certificate within 90 days

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Generous Vacation and Sick Time

  • Paid Holidays

  • No weekends, only occasional evenings

  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match After 2 Years

  • Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability

  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Support (PSLF) Eligible Employer (work with us may count towards your loan forgiveness)

At Reach Dane, we're a values-based organization committed to supporting children, families, and educators through comprehensive, compassionate early childhood education. Our transformative educational environment celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and supports the unique strengths of every child, family, and educator.

SUMMARY:

Early Head Start Teacher - Nurturing Future Generations

At Reach Dane, we're more than just a childcare center - we're a values-based organization committed to supporting children, families, and educators through comprehensive, compassionate early childhood education. We don't just welcome diversity: We know that our differences make us stronger. If you’re passionate about creating educational spaces where every child can thrive, we want to hear from you. Join us in reimagining early childhood education as a powerful tool for social transformation!

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion:

  • Actively dismantling systemic barriers in early childhood education

  • Intentionally recruiting and supporting educators and staff from historically marginalized communities

  • Creating a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our community

  • Culturally responsive curriculum development

  • Trauma-informed and anti-racist education, family, and employee support approaches

Position Highlights:

  • Exceptional 4:1 low teacher to child ratio ensuring personalized attention

  • Winter break

  • Comprehensive mental health support for both staff and children

  • Ongoing professional coaching and development

  • Extensive paid professional development opportunities

  • Career advancement support, including organizational training and degree pathways

Role Overview:

The Early Head Start Teacher will create a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment for children ages 0-3, implementing a holistic curriculum that:

  • Honors and centers each child's unique cultural background

  • Supports individual learning styles and developmental needs

  • Promotes social-emotional learning and resilience

  • Challenges deficit-based narratives about children and families

What We Offer in Professional Development:

  • Support in obtaining necessary credentials and degrees

  • Real time training for this position

  • Paid continuing education

  • Professional coaching and mentorship

Core Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement age-appropriate curriculum

  • Provide primary care for infants and toddlers

  • Ensure licensing requirements are met

  • Ensure safe, clean, and culturally responsive learning environments

  • Comply with Early Head Start Program Performance Standards

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in children and family's lives!

Reach Dane is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,

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