Elementary Assistant Teacher (2026-27)

One City Schools, Inc. • Madison, WI

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About The Position

As an Assistant Classroom Teacher, you'll provide essential academic and behavioral support to students in our dynamic classroom environments. Working closely with Lead Teachers, administrators, and families, you'll help ensure every student reaches their full potential in a warm, nurturing, and intellectually challenging setting.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required, Associates Degree or Some College Preferred
• Deep commitment to One City's mission and working with diverse student populations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and eagerness to learn new technologies
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving abilities
• Physical ability to lift and push at least 50 pounds
• Successful completion of background check
• Energetic, flexible, and collaborative mindset
• Growth-oriented with desire to give and receive feedback
• Dedication to continuous learning and professional development
• Innovative thinking and openness to strategic change

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Lead Teachers to establish safe, collaborative, and intellectually challenging classroom cultures
• Support development and execution of innovative lesson plans aligned with State Standards and EL Education curriculum
• Foster students' critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and character development
• Maintain organized, academically-focused learning environments
• Develop positive, engaging relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Work cooperatively with parents to strengthen educational programs
• Engage in community building through meaningful rituals and traditions
• Model One City's Habits of Character: integrity, self-respect, compassion, perseverance, and risk-taking
• Participate in ongoing professional development and grade-level planning
• Stay current with curriculum, child development, and learning theories
• Contribute to curriculum reviews and program effectiveness assessments
• Embrace our culture of innovation and relentless pursuit of excellence

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with local market and public schools
• 14 PTO days plus holidays, spring break, and winter break
• Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Automatic admission for your age-eligible child to One City Schools
• On-campus childcare center with subsidized tuition for staff
• Home ownership support through Own-It Program ($19,000 down payment grants available)
• Professional development opportunities in cutting-edge educational approaches

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED