Early Childhood Education Assistant Teacher

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. in Milwaukee, WI is seeking an Early Childhood Education Assistant Teacher to support planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum under the guidance of the Lead Educator.

This position emphasizes helping children aged 6 weeks to 5 years grow cognitively, socially, linguistically, and physically, while maintaining a safe classroom, documenting progress, onboarding student staff, and communicating with families in line with licensing and

Qualifications

• NAEYC education requirements for Assistant Teacher role (12 college credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, and/or early childhood special education)
• Minimum of 6 months documented experience teaching children between 6 weeks and 5 years, in an early learning program
• Certification in hands-on Pediatric First Aid, AED and CPR is required upon start date and must be maintained during incumbency

Responsibilities

• Updates and organizes individualized and developmentally educational plans for children
• Assists with the planning and facilitation of classroom programming and classroom coordination and organization for an early childhood education facility according to established curricula
• Documents effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to relay pertinent information and provide updates of child activities per established guidelines and regulations
• Maintains the safety and physical well-being of children in a designated classroom
• Assists with basic technical and administrative classroom support

Skills

First Aid

AED CPR

Teaching experience

NAEYC qualifications

Education

12 college credits in ECE/child dev

Associate's degree in ECE

Job description

Early Childhood Education Assistant Teacher

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Duties:

Working under the direction of the Lead Educator, the Assistant Educator assists with planning, preparing, and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and classroom activities that promote children's cognitive, social‑emotional, language, and physical development. The position facilitates learning experiences and supports daily classroom routines, including meals, transitions, rest periods, outdoor play, and other age‑appropriate activities.

The Assistant Educator helps maintain a safe, healthy, and organized classroom environment by actively supervising children and ensuring compliance with all health, safety, licensing, and accreditation standards. The position contributes to documenting children's development through observations, anecdotal notes, and progress records, assists with updating individualized learning plans, and supports children with varying developmental and learning needs.

In collaboration with the Lead Educator, the Assistant Educator helps organize classroom operations, maintain instructional materials and records, and support the coordination of daily classroom activities. The position also assists with onboarding, mentoring, and providing day‑to‑day guidance to student employees while contributing feedback for required student staff evaluations.

The Assistant Educator establishes and maintains positive relationships with families by communicating children's daily activities, developmental milestones, and classroom experiences. The position communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality and ensuring documentation is completed in accordance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Physical Screening: The Children’s Learning Center in Student Affairs requires a Post‑Offer Pre‑Employment (POPE) physical screening on all selected candidates for Early Childhood Education Assistant Teacher positions. The test involves squatting, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, etc. of varying weights to simulate the physical demands you may experience while on the job. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing the screening.

Key Responsibilities

• Updates and organizes individualized and developmentally educational plans for children
• Assists with the planning and facilitation of classroom programming and classroom coordination and organization for an early childhood education facility according to established curricula
• Documents effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to relay pertinent information and provide updates of child activities per established guidelines and regulations
• Maintains the safety and physical well‑being of children in a designated classroom
• Assists with basic technical and administrative classroom support

Required Qualifications

• NAEYC education requirements for Assistant Teacher role (12 college credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, and/or early childhood special education)
• Minimum of 6 months documented experience teaching children between 6 weeks and 5 years, in an early learning program
• Certification in hands‑on Pediatric First Aid, AED and CPR is required upon start date and must be maintained during incumbency

Preferred Qualifications

• Classroom experience in a NAEYC accredited program
• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education
• Evidence of strong communication and organizational skills
• Evidence of the ability to work well in a complex, team environment with both professional and student staff
• Working knowledge of child development and implementation and its application in classroom management
• Evidence of the ability to understand and communicate children's development and needs to families

Compensation: $16‑16.50 per hour

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.