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Part-time Child Care Technician - Teacher, DEADLINE EXTENDED
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Position Number: 2379573
Location: Madison, WI
Position Type: Child Care Services

Part-time Child Care Technician - Teacher, DEADLINE EXTENDED

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Job Posting Date:
December 22, 2021

Application Deadline:

Salary Information:
$17.59 - $21.55

Department:
Child Care Services

Job Description:

Madison College invites applicants to apply for the part-time position of Child Care Technician! We are seeking caring and loving candidates who share a willingness to work with children the ages of 6 weeks - 5 years of age. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping children develop and grow. If you are looking for a fulfilling career that will make you a part of a dynamic and collaborative team, apply now!

Madison College's dedication to promoting equity, inclusion and diversity is reflected in our Mission, Vision, and Values. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Hiring a diverse workforce that mirrors our student population is more than just a commitment at Madison College-it is the foundation of what we are striving to do. Come be part of our great team!

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS/DEADLINE: resume. Failure to include these documents with your application submission will render your application ineligible. This position will be open until filled. This recruitment may close without further notice.

This is a part-time, non-exempt, 25 hours per week, 52 weeks per year position. Monday - Friday between the core hours of 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., some flexibility required.

This posting may be used to fill similar vacancies that occur within six months of the closing date.

ORGANIZATIONAL FUNCTION AND RELATIONSHIPS:

The Child Care Technician - Teacher is responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate lessons and maintaining a safe & nurturing environment, in a child care education program for children 6 weeks - 5 years of age at the College's Child and Family Center. The Technician will co-teach in classrooms as assigned, which may vary from day-to-day.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Implements the educational philosophy of the center by implementing appropriate learning and socialization activities for groups of children in terms of age, group size, composition, daily schedule, transitions, etc.
Provides for the needs of the individual child in relationship to his/her cultural and socio-economic background, emotional and physical make-up, and individual style and pace of learning
Participates in in-service, conferences and workshops to continue to grow and develop in the child care space, maintaining a minimum of 25 eligible continuing education hours annually.
Maintains health and safety standards and participates in daily/weekly cleaning of classroom and center (light food prep, sanitizing: tables, toys, bedding,etc).
Works cooperatively with other staff, as evidenced by exchanging ideas, information, feedback and support.
Communicates with parents, through informal communication, for the purposes of exchanging information with them about their children's lives at the center, and maintaining positive rapport.
Maintains a commitment to the college mission, vision and values. Comply with college policies, directives, and work rules. Engages positively with colleagues, handles conflict directly and professionally, contributes to team discussions, collaborates and helps colleagues, assumes the best from colleagues, provides and accepts constructive feedback, follows through on commitments, and supports final decisions that are made.
Other duties as defined by department, college, or officials.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

Skill in communicating effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated skill in communications and human relations with populations of diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and persons with disabilities.
Knowledge and consistent implementation of appropriate child guidance techniques.
Thorough understanding of WI Child Care Licensing Standards and WI Early Learning Standards.
Meets requirements of WI Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers (DCF 251) for physical exam, TB skin test, and criminal background check both upon hire and on ongoing basis. Achieve within 3 months and maintain current certification in first aid and CPR.
Physical stamina and ability to lift 50 pounds minimum.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree or two-year technical diploma in Child Development, Early Childhood Development or related field.
One (1) year (2,000 hours) experience assistant teacher in early childhood education setting.
WI Early Childhood Registry as Child Care Teacher or higher certificate preferred, or ability to secure certification within the first six (6) months of employment.
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

If you are experiencing application issues please contact the HR hotline, (608) 246-6900.

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Madison Area Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment, admissions or its programs or activities. Madison College offers degrees, diplomas, apprenticeships and certificates in Architecture & Engineering; Arts, Design & Humanities; Business; Construction, Manufacturing & Maintenance; Culinary, Hospitality & Fitness; Education & Social Services; Health Sciences; Information Technology; Law, Protective & Human Services; Science, Math & Natural Resources; and Transportation. Admissions criteria vary by program and are available by calling our Enrollment Office at (608) 246-6210 or (800) 322-6282 Ext. 6210. The following person has been designated to coordinate Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and to handle inquiries regarding the college's nondiscrimination policies: Lisa Muchka, Compliance Coordinator, 1701 Wright Street, Madison, WI 53704 (608) 246.5221

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As part of the application process, finalists will undergo a background check including criminal history, educational verification, and references. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify you from employment. All cases are considered on an individual basis, and the offense will be compared to the position for which you are applying.