Teacher (4k)

CESA 11 Head Start is a not for profit organization. We are driven to excel by our mission to Empower, Support, Educate and Lead. Our Vision to create an environment that will enable staff, parents and children to learn and grow in order to make a positive impact within their communities. CESA 11 Head Start offers a variety of programs serving Pregnant women, children 0-3yrs old in a home based setting and 3 & 4yo center based programming. We offer exceptional benefits including health, dental and vision along with leave time, upon hire.

We are looking to add an enthusiastic 4K Teacher to our Menomonie Head Start Team. Our ideal candidate will be compassionate, family focused and have an understanding of child development and positive behavior guidance. This position is a school year position that will begin August 3, 2026. Contracted time runs from August-Early June. This is a 40 hr/wk, 190 day/yr position with a starting pay of $25.25/hr. This position does require a WI DPI License to teach 4K.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Promote a positive climate for learning.

Foster a cohesive group while meeting individual needs.

Provide an environment and schedules to enhance learning.

Facilitate appropriate language and communication with children.

Develop and use appropriate teaching strategies as defined in National Association for the Education of

Young Children (NAEYC) Developmentally Appropriate Practices.

Construct and implement appropriate motivation and guidance techniques.

Construct and implement appropriate curriculum for classroom and bus.

Assess children''s learning and development.

Establish reciprocal relationships with parents.

Advocate for children and families.

Provide home visits as required for the program option served.

Proactively partner effectively with the Family Resource Provider and Early Head Start staff to benefit

children and Families.

Provide leadership to the teaching team:

o Give clear direction to other adults in the classroom while sharing in the work.

o Classroom staff discuss expectations of each other, discussing roles, how you will communicate

with each other.

o Establish scheduled times to review and develop strategies to enhance quality.

o Provide encouragement to team members.

o Establish the expectation of teaming and sharing ideas in planning.

o Make efforts to enhance on the job training - explaining the rationale and principles of

developmentally appropriate practices and early learning methods.

Promote collaborations with other agencies.

Work effectively with student teachers and volunteers.

Make referrals as needed.

Participate in IEP meetings.

Follow through with individualized Success Plan.

Develop individual and transition plans for children.

Support bus drivers in developing bus riding plans for children as needed.

Be familiar with and follow Head Start Performance Standards and program policies.

Support diversity in classroom and workplace.

Coordinate work schedule to meet program needs.

For questions, please contact Head Start Central Office at (715) 986-2020.

A benefits package is available and pro-rated based on the number of hours worked per year. Please note that not all positions are eligible for all benefits offered.

In compliance with Head Start Performance Standard 1302.90(b)(1) through (5), Wisconsin State Day Care Licensing DCF 250.05(2)(b), and 13.01(1) through (2)(b) and 13.06(1)(a) through (4)(b)(2) of the Wisconsin Administrative Code and the 2009 Wisconsin Act 76, completion of the background check process will be required prior to hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer.