Assistant Child Care Teacher St. Paul's Child Care Center

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Our Assistant Teachers plays a vital role in supporting the Lead Teachers and other staff in cultivating a safe, nurturing, and spiritually enriching environment for children. This position involves assisting with classroom activities, maintaining a clean and organized space, engaging with children and families, and modeling Christian values. The Assistant Teacher helps guide children in their spiritual, physical , social-emotional, and academic development while upholding the mission of St. Paul’s Lutheran Child Care.

Duties

Greet families and assist with drop-off / pick-up and events

Support Lead Teachers with classroom planning, routines, and child development

Assist children with daily needs including diapering / toileting, emotional regulation, and learning activities

Maintain clean, organized, and age-appropriate classroom and playground environments

Ensure facility safety and report maintenance concerns

Monitor equipment and supplies levels, follow sanitation procedures and report materials that are low

Decorate classrooms and bulletin boards seasonally

Attend monthly staff meetings

Model Christian values and serve as a spiritual role model

Requirements

• Minimum age : 18
• High School Diploma or GED
• Current CPR and First Aid Certifications
• Wisconsin Registry membership maintained
• Willingness to complete required CCFT coursework if not already completed (e.g., Intro to Child Care Profession within first six months—reimbursed after completion)
• 15 hours of continuing education on an annual basis minimum
• Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds
• Ability to move around with children's activities including sitting on the floor, lead and participate in gym and outdoor play
• Commitment to personal spiritual growth

Nice To Haves

Preference to Wisconsin Registry members

Prior experience in Child Care Center, Preschool setting

College courses in early childhood, teaching, psychology

Experience with ProCare

Wisconsin Models Early Learning Standard

Pyramid Model 8 part- series

Working knowledge and understanding of YoungStar program

Benefits

Vacation time during first year

Paid Holidays (per set calendar)

Benefits for full time employees

Staff discount on child care / school tuition (if there is room available)