Child Care & Development Float Teacher

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Job Posting Date:

August 21, 2026

Application Deadline:

Salary Information:

$20.96 - $22.43

(For current employees, pay may not be restricted to the posted range and will be set in accordance with the Madison College Compensation Manual guidelines for internal salary placement.)

Department:

GS Early Learning Campus

Job Description:

Madison College has responded to community needs by expanding childcare services to our new Early Learning Center at Goodman South Branch Campus. We are seeking Child Care & Development Float Teacher to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a program built from the ground up and shaped by best practices in early education.

This position supports early childhood education by creating a safe, nurturing classroom environment, implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, and ensuring the well-being of children.

The Child Care & Development Float Teacher will co-teach in assigned classrooms, foster individual child development, and promote positive socialization among peers. Also, contributes to institutional goals by supporting early learning, enhancing child engagement, and maintaining a high-quality childcare education program.

Position Details:

Schedule: This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position, scheduled within the operational hours of 6:45am - 5:00pm. Teachers could start as early as 6:30am and end as late as 5:15pm. Please note that operational hours and staff schedules are expected to change as the center expands, and enrollment grows.

Benefits: Madison College offers an excellent benefits package including vacation, holidays, health/vision/dental/life insurance options and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).

Madison College believes every team member brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the communities we serve, address challenges, and develop innovative solutions. Come be part of our great team!

Why Join the Team at Madison College's Early Learning Center?

• Be Part of a Growing Team: Join a dynamic, expanding Early Learning Center committed to providing innovative and high-quality childcare education.
• Make a Meaningful Impact: Shape the lives of young learners (ages 6 weeks to 5 years) by fostering a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment.
• Collaborative Work Environment: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals, exchanging ideas and support to create an enriching experience for children and their families.

If you are passionate about early childhood development and excited to help open a new center that will serve students, families, and the surrounding community.

Interviews will be ongoing until multiple positions are filled, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Required Documents (1):

• Resume
• Failure to include this document will RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Accountabilities:

• Implements developmentally appropriate lessons and co-teaching in classrooms for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years in the college's childcare center to create a safe and nurturing learning environment.
• Supports child development and socialization by facilitating learning experiences that align with the center's educational philosophy, considering age, group size, composition, daily schedule and transitions to personalize education to the needs of the children.
• Supports individualized child development by addressing cultural, socio-economic, emotional and physical needs to adapt teaching methods to each child's learning style and pace.
• Maintains health and safety standards, completes routine classroom cleaning and follows sanitation protocols for food preparation, toys and bedding to ensure a safe and healthy environment.
• Build positive partnerships with parents by exchanging information through informal conversations to support children's development both at home and in the classroom.
• Contributes to an inclusive, equitable and supportive environment where everyone at the institution feels valued, respected and empowered to reach their full potential.
• Adheres to college policies, directives and work rules while maintaining a commitment to the college's mission, vision and values.
• Performs other related duties within the scope of the position as required for the efficient operation of the division and to support institutional objectives.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of early childhood education principles and child development theories.
• Knowledge of health, safety and sanitation regulations related to early childhood environments.
• Skill in assessing child development, documenting progress and using observations to inform lesson planning and parent communication.
• Skill in applying consistent implementation of child guidance techniques.
• Ability to create and maintain a nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom environment.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Early Childhood Education Technical Diploma, OR 12 early childhood/child development related credits, OR WI Early Childhood Registry Certificate Level 8 or higher

Experience:

• One (1) year work experience teaching young children in a licensed and accredited early childhood education setting.
• CPR/1st Aid Certifications or ability to obtain within three (3) months of employment.
• Prior to Hire: Satisfactory status in the DCF/DOJ fingerprint background check prior to hire and every 5yrs as well as annual DOJ name-based background checks
• Upon Hire: Satisfactory completion of DCF physical exam.

Madison College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

If you are experiencing application issues, please contact us at the Talent Acquisition email Talent@madisoncollege.edu or HR hotline (608) 246-6900.

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