Preschool Assistant Teacher

One City Schools; Monona (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

One City Schools in Madison, Wisconsin seeks a dynamic Preschool Assistant Teacher to guide 2- to 3-year-old scholars through play-based learning using the Anji Play framework.

You will design engaging, developmentally appropriate activities, support social-emotional growth, build early literacy and numeracy foundations, and collaborate with families to nurture kindergarten readiness in a warm, nurturing classroom.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 with HS diploma or equivalent.
• Member of Wisconsin Child Care Registry or willingness to register.
• Commitment to working with diverse infants, toddlers and families.

Responsibilities

• Design AnjiPlay curriculum experiences for ages 2-3.
• Foster cognitive readiness and language development through play.
• Support family engagement and community partnerships.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Early childhood interest

Education

High School Diploma/GED/HSED

Wisconsin Child Care Registry registration or willingness

Job description

One City Schools | Madison, Wisconsin Full-Time Position | 40+ Hours per Week

LEAD THE FUTURE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Ready to inspire and nurture our youngest learners while leading educational innovation? One City Schools seeks a

PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT TEACHER

One City Schools | Madison, Wisconsin Full-Time Position | 40+ Hours per Week

LEAD THE FUTURE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Ready to inspire and nurture our youngest learners while leading educational innovation? One City Schools seeks a dynamic, passionate Assistant Teacher to guide our preschool scholars (ages 2-3) through foundational learning experiences. Join our award-winning team at One City Preschool, where we prepare 94% of preschoolers to test kindergarten-ready. Learn more about One City Preschool at www.onecityschools.org/one-city-preschool and our Anji Play curriculum model at http://www.anjiplay.com. Also, watch videos about our schools on our YouTube Page at www.youtube.com/@OneCitySchools and learn more about our advocacy efforts at www.onecityadvocates.org.

Position Overview

As a Preschool Assistant Teacher, you'll design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum using AnjiPlay methodology while fostering comprehensive growth across all developmental areas. You'll lead classroom instruction, mentor young learners, and help shape the foundation of our scholars' educational journey by developing essential skills including cognitive readiness, social-emotional development, physical growth, creative expression, language acquisition, independence, and cultural awareness through play-based learning in a warm, nurturing environment.

What You'll Do

Lead Innovative Instruction

• Design and implement AnjiPlay curriculum experiences for ages 2-3 that integrate comprehensive developmental learning
• Foster cognitive and academic readiness through pre-literacy skills (letter recognition, phonemic awareness, storytelling) and basic numeracy concepts (counting, shapes, patterns, problem-solving)
• Develop critical thinking through exploration, questioning, and hands-on discovery activities
• Support physical development with both gross motor activities (running, jumping, climbing) and fine motor skill practice (drawing, cutting, manipulating objects)
• Facilitate creative expression through art, music, dramatic play, and open-ended activities that support cognitive development and emotional processing
• Build language and communication skills through rich conversations, vocabulary building, and diverse communication experiences
• Create purposeful lesson plans that maximize learning through play-based approaches
• Assess and adapt instruction to meet individual developmental needs across all learning areas
• Prepare children for kindergarten readiness and lifelong learning success

Mentor and Inspire

• Guide toddlers through critical early developmental milestones across all learning domains
• Create classroom environments that balance nurturing care with comprehensive educational experiences
• Support children's social and emotional development by providing opportunities for sharing, cooperation, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation
• Foster independence and self-care skills including age-appropriate self-help abilities, routine following, and personal responsibility
• Build secure relationships with children while encouraging peer connections and social belonging
• Promote cultural awareness and diversity through exposure to different cultures, languages, and family structures
• Encourage independence, self-esteem, and respect for individuality while building empathy and understanding
• Model loving, responsive interactions that build security and confidence in learning

Drive School Excellence

• Participate in curriculum development and ongoing program reviews
• Engage in collaborative professional learning communities
• Maintain creative and orderly classroom environments
• Support family engagement and community building initiatives
• Build strong partnerships with families from diverse backgrounds

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years with High School Diploma, GED or HSED
• Member of the Wisconsin Child Care Registry or willingness to register
• Commitment to working with infants, toddlers, and families from diverse racial/cultural populations
• Understanding of infant and toddler development and early learning best practices
• Ability to create and execute developmentally appropriate care and learning plans
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and keep up with active children

Leadership Qualities

• Innovative mindset with passion for early childhood education
• Strong collaboration and communication skills