Play Haven has provided educational child care in the Sun Prairie area for over 50 years, offering a safe, secure, loving environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. We’re passionate about early childhood development and committed to helping children build the foundation they need for a lifetime of learning.

Position Overview

As a Child Care Teacher / Lead Teacher at Play Haven, you will create and deliver developmentally appropriate programming that supports children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. You will form meaningful relationships with children and families, maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment, and partner with your team to deliver high-quality early learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement daily lesson plans, activities, and routines aligned with early learning standards
• Supervise, guide, and nurture children in your assigned age group (infants, toddlers, preschool, etc.)
• Observe, assess, and document each child’s development and share progress with families
• Maintain classroom environment: clean, organized, safe, and welcoming
• Communicate regularly with families—provide updates, answer questions, and build trust
• Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and leadership to ensure consistency and continuity
• Follow all licensing rules, safety and health protocols, and center policies
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, trainings, and assessments
• Assist in transitions, meals, naps, and daily routines
• Help maintain required records (attendance, incident reports, developmental logs)

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (some roles may require or prefer an Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field)
• Experience working with young children (infants, toddlers, preschool) preferred
• Knowledge of child development principles and age-appropriate practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Patience, flexibility, creativity, and commitment to children’s growth
• Must meet state licensing requirements (background check, health screenings, certifications)
• First Aid / CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)

Preferred / Additional Skills

• Experience with curriculum planning, assessment, and documentation
• Familiarity with local early learning standards and best practices
• Bilingual ability (if applicable)
• Ability to engage children in creative, hands-on learning

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage or salary (based on experience, education)
• Paid time off / sick leave (if applicable)
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Employee perks (childcare discounts, etc., if available)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Insurance
• 401k

Work Location: In person