Afternoon Preschool Teacher

 Gretchen's House, Marquette is accepting applications for an Afternoon Preschool Teacher. Regular work schedules for these openings are 11-5:15 (31.25 hours/week), Monday through Friday. 

Staff working 30+ hours/week are eligible for our Student Loan Repayment Program along with: Flexible Benefit Plan options include health, dental, vision, 401K, medical reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and short-term disability. Paid time off available for vacation, sick and holidays. 

Pay rate: $16.72-$20.10/hour based on educational background. 

Company Goal 

To provide an inclusive work environment based on mutual respect, teamwork and open communication. 

Afternoon Infant, Toddler and Preschool Teachers support children and families through:

• Creating a positive learning environment
• Providing a consistent daily routine
• Supporting transition and clean-up
• Assisting with snack and mealtimes
• Engaging with children in the outdoor classroom
• Supporting intentional play and learning
• Supporting children's emotional and physical wellbeing
• Creating a warm and caring atmosphere for children and families

Afternoon Infant, Toddler and Preschool Teachers support conflict resolution by:

• Approaching children calmly and stops any hurtful actions
• Acknowledging children's feelings
• Gathering information from the children (what happened, what upset the children)
• Restating the problem
• Asking children for solutions and encourage them to choose one together
• Giving follow-up support 

Afternoon Infant, Toddler and Preschool Teachers work on a team and will:

• Contribute to the completion of shared classroom and center tasks
• Work cooperatively with others
• Be approachable and welcome suggestions
• Demonstrate flexibility in the classroom
• Use professional verbal, non-verbal, and written communication 
• Follow NAEYC's Code of Ethical Conduct

• Completed degree not required. Training and scholarship opportunities provided.
• Experience working in a group care setting
• Enthusiasm for working with young children
• Positive attitude/team player
• Immunization requirements: MMR, Tdap, Hep B, Varicella, Annual influenza and Covid (current booster required)