Vacancy Details
4K Teacher
Newman Catholic School: St. Michael
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N/A
Open until filled
Contact
Sarah Welch
Site Director
(715)848-0206
Position Details
10/19/2026
Negotiable based on Experience
Full Time
We are seeking a passionate, energetic, and dedicated 4K Teacher to join our early childhood team. In this role, you will create a nurturing, play-based environment that fosters the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth of four-year-old learners. You will design engaging curricula, build strong partnerships with families, and lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
Newman Catholic prides itself on delivering a traditional, faith-based education rooted in Catholic faith, service and academics. We strive to attract and retain a highly skilled faculty and staff that can respond to the needs of our students and community.
Key Responsibilities
- Instruction: Plan and deliver high-quality, play-based lessons aligned with early learning standards.
- Environment: Maintain a safe, clean, inclusive, and stimulating classroom that encourages independent exploration.
- Assessment: Monitor child development through observation, portfolio documentation, and formal screening tools.
- Partnership: Lead parent-teacher conferences and provide regular communication regarding student progress.
- Leadership: Supervise, guide, and collaborate effectively with a classroom assistant or co-teacher.
- Compliance: Ensure all classroom activities meet state licensing regulations and school board policies.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a closely related field.
- Licensure: Hold (or be eligible for) a valid Wisconsin DPI Early Childhood teaching license.
- Experience: Minimum of 1 years teaching in a preschool, 4K, or kindergarten setting preferred.
- Certifications: Current certification in Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid (or willingness to obtain).
- Skills: Strong communication, active listening, conflict resolution, and classroom management abilities.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to bend, kneel, squat, and sit on the floor to interact with children at their eye level.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds in emergency situations.
- Stamina to supervise outdoor playtime in various weather conditions.
Benefits & Perks
As a benefit-eligible Newman employee, you will have access to an array of benefits, including:
- Life, health, dental, and vision insurance
- 403b matching program
- Sick leave
Candidate Requirements
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Bachelor
- Early Childhood – Regular Education
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Transcripts & Licenses/Certifications