Early Childhood Education Teacher

The University of Wisconsin-Stout Child and Family Study Center is seeking a qualified and experienced Early Childhood Education Teacher to join its collaborative teaching team. Early Childhood Education teachers serve as demonstration teachers in the Child and Family Study Center for a group of assigned children modeling evidence-based practices for practicum students, preservice teachers, volunteers, and observers. They provide leadership in curriculum development, instruction, and assessment. Developing an alliance with families and community is essential. Working cooperatively with center director, staff, and university community they ensure a model center; to include accreditation, licensing, and other regulatory requirements. Classroom teachers engage in continuous professional development and assist in promotion of public relations for the center. Anticipated start date: 8/18/2025.

Official UW Title and Job Description: Early Childhood Education Teacher (TL019)

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum / Required  

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field and Wisconsin Registry Level 14 by employment start date.
• Related work experience.
• Must successfully complete a caregiver background check prior to employment.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Ability to lift children and heavy items up to fifty pounds (50 lbs.).
• Ability to maneuver in spaces as narrow as one foot (1') in sufficient time to assure safety and well-being of children within licensing and NAEYC regulations.

Highly Desired/Preferred 

• A valid Professional Educator DPI License (Birth-3). 
• Master's degree. 
• First aid/CPR (Infant, Child, and Adult) prior to employment.
• Shaken Baby and SIDS training prior to employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and facilitates classroom programming and schedules daily classroom activities for an early childhood education facility according to established curriculums. Maintains the safety and physical well-being of children in a designated classroom. Evaluates individualized and developmental educational plans for children in collaboration with other stakeholders, as needed. Maintains and documents effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to relay pertinent information and provide updates of child activities per established guidelines and regulations. Mentors' new teachers and students.

Ability to perform physical activities, such as walking, bending, working at ground level, standing, climbing, lifting children or heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) Ability to respond with quick maneuvering between spaces is required to assure safety and well-being of children, while providing care within licensing and NAEYC regulations.

Stays current with accreditation requirements and maintains a commitment to professional enrichment and learning in the early childhood education field.

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

The Child and Family Study Center is a university laboratory school committed to excellence and innovation in teacher preparation, supporting undergraduate and graduate students in early childhood and related fields. We are committed to creating a link between educational theory and hands-on practice. We facilitate interdisciplinary and intergenerational collaboration and research; implement developmentally appropriate, inclusive, and evidence-based programming for young children and their families.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Complete applications received by end of day Wednesday, March 5, 2025 are ensured full consideration.  Applications submitted after 3/5th may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee.

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs 

Required application materials: 

1. Cover letter- speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.
2. Curriculum Vitae specifically addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications.

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900 

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Chair: Allison Feller
Phone: (715) 232-2554
Email: Fellera1995@uwstout.edu 

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading the required application materials, please contact:
Search Coordinator: Julie Campbell
Phone: (715) 232-1478
Email: Campbellju@uwstout.edu