Job Description
Summary The Infant Classroom Assistant Teacher supports the daily care and environment of our youngest learners while working alongside lead teachers to create a calm, responsive, and nurturing classroom. This role is ideal for someone who is attentive, grounded, and interested in early childhood care, particularly with infants.
We are currently
seeking part-time support for both morning and afternoon shifts , with flexibility based on program needs. This position also provides support across classrooms as needed to ensure smooth daily operations.
Tenney Preschool & Childcare is a family cooperative nonprofit, and we value relationship-centered care, collaboration, and a strong sense of community. Our work is rooted in anti-bias, inclusive, and community-centered practices, and we are looking for someone who is aligned with and interested in contributing to this approach.
Duties - Support infant care routines including feeding, diapering, and sleep transitions
- Assist in maintaining a calm, safe, and responsive classroom environment
- Follow guidance from lead teachers to support daily rhythms and routines
- Engage with infants in a warm, attentive, and developmentally appropriate manner
- Help maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards
- Support classroom transitions and supervision
- Provide support in other classrooms as needed
- Assist with preparation and cleanup of materials and spaces
- Contribute to a respectful, collaborative team culture
- Support an inclusive classroom environment that reflects anti-bias practices
Requirements - Interest in working with infants and young children
- Ability to remain attentive, patient, and responsive in a caregiving environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow direction and support established routines
- Willingness to learn and grow within an early childhood setting
- Commitment to anti-bias, inclusive, and community-centered practices
- Ability to meet Wisconsin DCF requirements (or willingness to complete upon hire)
Nice To Haves - Previous experience with infants (childcare, nannying, or personal experience)
- Coursework in early childhood education
- Familiarity with developmentally appropriate practice
- Experience in collaborative or team-based environments
- Experience or training related to anti-bias or inclusive practices
Benefits - Hourly pay based on experience
- Monthly wellness stipend
- Monthly retirement stipend
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Accrued PTO and built-in sick time
- Up to 5 weeks of paid program closures annually
- Paid emergency closures (weather or unexpected events)
- Supportive, community-centered work environment
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Part time, Day shift, Afternoon shift