Substitute Teacher

Ebenezer Child Care Centers, Inc.; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Child Care Discounts

Paid training & mentoring

Flexible scheduling

Health, dental & vision insurance

Retirement plan with 3% match

Job summary

Ebenezer Child Care Centers, Inc. is seeking a Substitute Teacher (Floater) to join our 5-Star program serving infants through school-age children.

You will work across Downtown Milwaukee, Oak Creek, and West Allis locations, providing hands‑on learning experiences and maintaining a nurturing environment in the absence of regular staff. You’ll collaborate with staff and families to build positive relationships, adapt to daily needs, and contribute to continuity of care and education.

Qualifications

• Minimum state-required coursework in Early Childhood Education (or ability to complete within 6 months).
• Experience in an early childhood education setting preferred.
• Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months).
• Clear background check, health screening, and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and supervision for children in various classrooms, adapting to their developmental needs and interests.
• Implement planned curriculum and activities, maintaining alignment with our E.P.I.C. Curriculum and center goals.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging environment for children.
• Support transitions and daily routines, ensuring children feel secure and valued.
• Collaborate with staff and families to build positive relationships and open communication.
• Step into various roles, including assisting or leading classrooms, based on daily needs.
• Follow all state regulations, center policies, and best practices.

Skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Early Childhood Education coursework

Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Looking for FUN, CREATIVE, and FLEXIBLE Educators!

Come Join Ebenezer Child Care Centers as a Substitute Teacher!

We’re a 5-Star Program committed to excellence in early childhood education. With locations in Downtown Milwaukee, Oak Creek, and West Allis, we proudly serve infants through school-age children. As a leading non-profit provider in Milwaukee County, we’re dedicated to fostering curiosity, imagination, and a lifelong love of learning.

Our Substitute Teachers are key players in supporting our high-quality programs, stepping in as needed to provide consistency, care, and engaging learning experiences across our centers. If you’re adaptable, enthusiastic, and ready to make a difference wherever you’re needed, we’d love to have you on our team!

About the Role: Substitute Teacher (Floater)

As a Substitute Teacher, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work across all of our locations, supporting classrooms for infants through school-age children. You’ll step in to provide hands-on learning experiences, maintain a nurturing environment, and ensure continuity of care and education in the absence of regular staff.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide care and supervision for children in various classrooms, adapting to their developmental needs and interests.
• Implement planned curriculum and activities, maintaining alignment with our E.P.I.C. Curriculum and center goals.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging environment for children.
• Support transitions and daily routines, ensuring children feel secure and valued.
• Collaborate with staff and families to build positive relationships and open communication.
• Step into various roles, including assisting or leading classrooms, based on daily needs.
• Follow all state regulations, center policies, and best practices.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum state-required coursework in Early Childhood Education (or ability to complete within 6 months).
• Experience in an early childhood education setting preferred.
• Flexibility to travel and work in multiple locations within Milwaukee County.
• Strong adaptability, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Positive, patient, and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months).
• Clear background check, health screening, and TB test.

Why You’ll Love Being a Substitute Teacher at Ebenezer

• Variety and Adventure: No two days are the same as you support classrooms across our locations.
• Child Care Discounts: Bring your little ones to work!
• Professional Growth: Paid training, mentoring, and advancement opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling.
• Full Benefits Package: Health, dental, and vision insurance + retirement plan with a 3% match.
• Team Spirit: Join a supportive and collaborative team that values your contributions.
• Daily Smiles: Work with children who will brighten your day and make every moment meaningful.

About Us

For over 55 years, Ebenezer Child Care Centers has been a trusted leader in early childhood education. We believe in supporting our teachers as much as our children, providing a collaborative and fun environment where everyone thrives.

Ebenezer Child Care Centers is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.