Four-Year-Old Kindergarten Teacher (4K)

Northern Door Children''s Center | Sister Bay, Wisconsin

Our early childhood center is seeking a caring, energetic, and dedicated Four Year Old Kindergarten Teacher (4K) to join our team in beautiful Sister Bay, Wisconsin. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about early learning, values relationships with children and families, and creates engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Position Summary

The 4K Teacher, in conjunction with a team of educators, is responsible for planning and implementing a nurturing, play-based learning environment that supports the social, emotional, physical, and academic development of four-year-old children. The ideal candidate will foster curiosity, creativity, independence, and kindergarten readiness while building strong partnerships with families and staff.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily activities including literacy curriculum that is grounded in the Science of Reading, an extensive body of interdisciplinary research that explains how children successfully learn to read. Instruction is explicit, systematic, and targets phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension

Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment

Support children's social-emotional growth through positive guidance and co-regulation strategies

Observe, assess, and document children's development and learning and progress

Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and classroom activities

Collaborate with teaching staff and administration to support program goals

Maintain classroom organization, licensing compliance, and health and safety standards

Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and center events

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

Wisconsin DPI teaching license or eligibility preferred

Experience working with preschool or 4K-aged children

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice and early childhood best practices

Strong communication and teamwork skills

CPR/First Aid certification and other required training or willingness to obtain

Ability to pass all required background checks

What We Offer

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education

Competitive pay based on education and experience ($25-$28 per hour)

Paid time off and holidays

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families

Full-time/year round position

Health care stipend

Four Day Work Week

Child Care Discount

Tuition Assistance through the TEACH program