Quality Care for Every Child
At Urban Teacher LLC, I provide flexible and reliable childcare services in Racine and the surrounding areas. As an early childhood professional, my mission is to support centers and families with care grounded in developmental best practices, ensuring inspired growth and bright futures. Experience dependable, child-focused care tailored to your needs.
Nurturing growth, inspiring futures, one child at a time.
The Mission for growth and development of the whole child
Urban Teacher LLC was created with a clear purpose: to provide developmentally appropriate care that truly meets the needs of children growing up in urban communities. In many city environments, education can become passive — children are supervised, but not deeply engaged in meaningful learning. This often leads to underdevelopment, inconsistent behavior, and children entering school without the foundational skills they need to succeed. Urban Teacher exists to change that pattern. I believe every child deserves intentional learning experiences, emotional support, and a caregiver who understands the unique pace, energy, and challenges of urban life.
My approach is grounded in the belief that children thrive when their development is nurtured across all domains — emotional, social, cognitive, and cultural. As child‑development leader Dr. Evelyn Moore reminds us, “I really believe in these children.” Dr. Velma LaPoint emphasizes that “piecemeal, narrowly focused approaches will be of limited value,” especially for children in communities where resources and engagement vary widely. And developmental expert Dr. Iheoma Iruka highlights that children’s growth is strongest when their environments are responsive, supportive, and intentionally designed. These perspectives guide my work and affirm my commitment to nurturing the full potential of every child we serve.
At Urban Teacher LLC, I recognize that parents are the first teachers, and strong collaboration between home and caregiver is essential. I honor each family’s culture, background, and lived experience, creating an environment where children feel seen, valued, and understood. By combining consistent emotional development, intentional cognitive learning, and deep respect for diverse families, Urban Teacher LLC supports the growth of confident, capable, and resilient children who are ready to thrive in school and in life.
What I Provide
Quality care with knowledge of Wisconsin Developmentally Appropriate Practices in alignment with DCF standards 250 and 251, along with years of classroom management and experience with children ages 0 weeks to 12, including knowledge of lesson planning, curriculum implementation, and play-based learning.
Services
Registry Level 11 Professional Care
Benefit from the expertise of a Registry Level 11 early childhood professional dedicated to high-quality child-focused care.
Developmental Best Practices
Implementing care and educational approaches based on the latest early childhood development research for optimal growth.
Short‑Hand Staffing Solutions
Reliable, qualified classroom coverage that helps centers maintain ratios, stabilize routines, and stay compliant during unexpected staffing shortages.
Center Staffing Support
Providing reliable and experienced early childhood professionals to support staffing needs at childcare centers across Wisconsin.
✅ FAQs
What type of childcare do you provide?
I provide in‑home childcare support in the family’s home and staffing support for licensed childcare centers. I do not operate a daycare or provide care in my own home.
Are you a licensed childcare provider?
No. Wisconsin only licenses people who operate care in their own home or center. I provide freelance support, which does not require a license.
Do you follow Wisconsin childcare standards?
Yes. I follow Wisconsin DCF best practices, safety expectations, and developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) guidelines while working in your home or center.
Do you complete background checks?
Yes. I maintain a current Wisconsin background check and can provide documentation upon request.
Do you follow DCF safety rules?
Yes. I follow the same safety expectations used in licensed programs, including supervision, safe sleep, and emergency awareness.
Can you administer medication?
Yes, with written parent permission and clear instructions, following Wisconsin’s medication‑administration guidelines.
What does DAP mean in your work?
DAP means I plan activities that match each child’s age, abilities, and developmental stage while keeping learning fun and meaningful.
Do you bring learning activities
For in‑home care, yes — I can bring simple, developmentally appropriate activities if requested. When working in a childcare center, I use the materials and curriculum already provided by the program.
How do you support behavior?
I use positive guidance, clear expectations, and strategies aligned with Wisconsin’s social‑emotional best practices.
Do you transport children?
No. For safety and liability reasons, I do not transport children in my personal vehicle.
Do you provide meals?
No. Families provide meals and snacks; I assist with preparation and safe serving.
Do you clean or do housework?
I tidy up child‑related areas used during care, but I do not provide general housekeeping.
Do you follow center policies?
Yes. When working in a center, I follow all center rules, classroom routines, and DCF expectations.
What roles can you fill in a center?
I can serve as a substitute teacher, assistant teacher, float, or classroom support depending on the center’s needs.
Have you completed the required training?
Yes. I maintain required Wisconsin trainings, including CPR/First Aid, Mandated Reporter, and child development coursework.
How do I book childcare services?
You can request care through my contact form, and I’ll confirm availability and details.
Do you require a contract?
Yes. All services include a simple agreement outlining expectations, rates, and safety guidelines.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations require a 24‑hour notice unless it’s an emergency.
Are you a daycare or certified home childcare?
No. I do not operate a daycare or provide care in my home. All services occur in the family’s home or at licensed childcare centers.
Do you replace licensed childcare?
No. I provide support, not licensed care. Families remain responsible for meeting Wisconsin childcare requirements.
Can families use Wisconsin Shares for your services?
No. Wisconsin Shares can only be used at licensed or certified programs, not for freelance in‑home care.