Teaching Positions
Are you passionate about early childhood education, play-based teaching, and child-led learning? Would you like to join a “Five-Star” rated child development center?
We are always on the lookout for outstanding teachers for our school! Located on Madison’s west side, The Learning Gardens is looking for passionate team members with experience at the infant and toddler, preschool, and 4K level.
The Learning Gardens has operated to the highest standards since 2000, with some of our original staff members still working here to this day! We are committed to providing an excellent early childhood education in a secure environment that embraces diversity and inclusion.
If you are interested in joining our team-
Please download and complete our job application form and send a current resume to Patricia Bump at pbump@learninggardens.com.
What We Do
- The Learning Gardens provides exceptional child care and leads the field in early childhood education.
Your Role
- Promote feelings of security and trust in young children, and creates rich learning experiences and opportunities for growth
- Greet children and their parents warmly and with enthusiasm each morning and afternoon
- Maintain an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child and family
- Encourage each child’s family to be actively involved in our program
- Document milestones and celebrate successes with parents
- Attend all training opportunities and staff meetings as provided and scheduled
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- A love for children is of utmost priority
- Ideal candidates would hold either an associate or bachelor degree, preferably in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- Previous knowledge and experience regarding City of Madison Accreditation standards
- Well-versed understanding of Wisconsin Department of Children & Families licensing rules
- Child and infant CPR/AED
- Child and infant First Aid
- Shaken Baby Syndrome training
- Child Abuse & Neglect certification
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome training
Standout Candidates
- Strong organizational skills
- Energetic personality
- Open communication skills
- Willingness to support and join an outstanding team
Why The Learning Gardens
- Child care discount*
- Gorgeous work environment
- Team atmosphere
- Competitive Starting Wages: $18- $23 hourly
Employer Paid Benefits: (Full-Time Employees Only
- Healthcare benefits – 80% of premium paid up by the school to a maximum of $500/month
- $25,000 Life and AD&D Insurance Policy
- Generous PTO, Holiday, and Sick Leave package
- Simple IRA with employer match up to 3%
- Longevity Bonuses
Employee Paid Benefit Options:
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term disability
* A total of 5 employee family spots are available at the school.