PT LTE Early Childhood Assistant

Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County•Sun Prairie, WI

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting and partnering with the Lead Teacher in developing and implementing a preschool program of activities that promotes the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child enrolled following Wisconsin Childcare Licensing (DCF 251), Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards, Creative Curriculum, and Wisconsin YoungStar standards for ages 6 weeks – 5 years old. The duties and responsibilities will be carried out under the direction of the Lead Teacher and Program Director. Typical shifts are 6:30 am - 11:30 am. This position is a limited term employment (LTE) from 6/1/26 - 8/28/26. The Assistant Teacher is also expected to be flexible and adaptable, taking on other duties to support the organization's overall objectives.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
High School Diploma/GED/HSED
Maintain eligibility as a Caregiver by the Department of Children and Families
Prior experience working with preschool-aged children
Infant/Child CPR & AED certified within 3 months of hire (Training Provided by Organization)
Successfully complete the “Introduction to the Childcare Profession” Course work within 30 days of starting. (BGCDC will provide course work)
Ability and willingness to work with infants to five-year-olds in a regulated environment.
Uses time management skills effectively.
Demonstrates productive and accurate work while meeting deadlines.
Demonstrates problem-solving skills.
Listens actively and accepts coaching willingly.
Shows ownership in the program and facility.
Ability to adapt to change.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and policy manuals.
The ability to clearly and concisely exchange/receive ideas, facts, and/or technical information with others.
Ability to visually monitor the activities of club members.
The employee must be able to perform CPR or first aid.
The employee must use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must frequently stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, jump, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee is occasionally required to sit.
The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a licensed childcare environment preferred

Responsibilities

Assist the Lead Teacher in developing and implementing routines and structures throughout programming hours.
Assist in planning and implementing the daily program of activities based on principles of child development following the program’s curriculum.
Assist the Lead Teacher in fully implementing IEPs and behavior/medical plans for children with special needs.
Encourage and model social behavior and expectations that are developmentally appropriate.
Acknowledge feelings with sensitivity and demonstrate appropriate expression of emotions.
Assist children with all toileting needs, including diapering if applicable.
Demonstrates respect for diversity by providing anti-bias, non-sexist language, images, materials, equipment, and experiences that reflect center and global communities.
Conduct smooth and unregimented transitions between activities; use fun songs and strategies for children.
Interact frequently, affectionately, and respectfully by engaging with children appropriately; speak calmly and courteously in the child's proximity.
Always maintain site & sound Supervision of children.
Always complies with State of WI DCF 251 Childcare Licensing Rules.
Follows tracking procedures and maintains accurate tracking records at all times.
Follows Child Abuse / Neglect Policy & Procedures.
Adheres to agency rules in the Childcare Policy Manual.
Complete all record-keeping requirements outlined by childcare licensing and BGCDC policies and procedures.
Maintain appropriate reporting according to organization and grant requirements and/or implementation of grant-funded programming through implementing activities as specified by grant expectations.
Maintain a safe, healthy, and clean environment.
Assist the Lead Teacher in organizing and maintaining site and equipment.
Ensure that the building, playground, and classroom are maintained in a safe, clean, orderly condition and are in good repair.
Ensure a productive work environment by engaging in professional behavior through participating in staff meetings and professional development for up to 40 hours annually.
Embrace Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County Mission “To serve those that need us the most.” and “To do whatever it takes"
Responsible for fiscal stewardship of organizational and grant-provided funds.