Child Care Assistant- Afternoon Shift

About us

Saint Catherine's Daycare Center is a catholic childcare center in Milwaukee, WI. We are agile, innovative, engaging. Our goal is to uphold the worth and dignity of each individual while nurturing a culture of respect to guide, motivate, and bring out children's capabilities while having fun!

Our work environment includes:

• On-the-job training
• Christian values
• Casual work attire
• Positive and fostering environment

Responsibilities:

• Assisting in planning and implementing the daily program under the direction of the teacher.
• Assisting in planning, setting up classroom environment, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Supervising the classroom when teacher is out of the classroom.
• Helping to keep the classroom safe and clean for children.
• Assisting the teacher in any other appropriate ways.
• Maintaining professional attitudes and loyalty to the daycare at all times.
• Treating all children with dignity and respect.
• Attending all staff meetings and recommended training programs.
• Participating in organizations that work for the improvement of early child education.

Requirements:

1. An assistant child care teacher shall work under the supervision of a child care teacher with a group of children.

2. A person hired to be assistant childcare teacher shall be qualified in one of the following ways:

a. Be at least 18 years old and have satisfactorily completed 2 credits in early childhood education or its equivalent within 6 months after assuming the position.

b. Be at least 18 years old and have satisfactorily completed one, non-credit department approved course in early childhood education within 6 months after assuming the position.

Note: Introduction to the Child Care Profession is the non−credit course that is approved by the department to meet the entry level training requirements for a child care assistant teacher. Information on agencies offering the department−approved course is available on the department’s website at http://dcf.wisconsin.gov.

c. Be at least 17 years of age and have satisfactorily completed an assistant child care teacher training program approved by the Wisconsin department of public instruction, 2 credits in early childhood education or its equivalent, or a non credit department-approved course in early childhood education .

3. A parent serving as an assistant child care teacher in a center operated by a parent

cooperative is exempt from the training requirements under subd. 2.
4. Previous experience working with children, such as classroom management, behavior management, caregiving, nannying, or babysitting

5. Some knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities

6. Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children and colleagues

7. Patience, compassion, and the ability to handle challenging situations calmly

8. First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)

9. High school diploma or equivalent

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The childcare provider may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• After school
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Childcare Certification (Required)
• WI Registry Level/ Membership (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16