Assistant Child Care Teacher

Wausau Child Care, Inc. is a dynamic and stable company. Passionate about working together to provide children and families the best child care possible. WCCI truly cares about treating staff with respect. Working for WCCI, you would feel welcomed and appreciated. Join our team today

Are you 18 years or older and interested in a career in early childhood? Wausau Child Care has a position for you. Join our team of child care teachers today. It's simple - you only have to click apply.

Now offering staff a 50% child care discount plus additional funding to help staff out with the cost of child care for their children while working.

“Tell me and I’ll forget; Show me and I may remember; involve me and I’ll understand.” — Chinese Proverb

Wausau Child Care Inc. has been believing in children since 1968. Wausau Child Care Inc. takes pride in being a welcoming organization to all children, families, and staff members. We strive to make sure that every child, family, and staff member gains the sense of belonging no matter one’s beliefs, ethnicity, cultural heritage, gender, individualism, and disability. We make every effort for those children, families, and staff members associated with Wausau Child Care to feel heard, cared about, and valued for who they are and the uniqueness each has to offer.

Child Care Center Hours of Operation: Mondays - Fridays from 6 am - 5:30 pm

Duties and Responsibilities

Both Assistant Child Care Teachers and Lead Teachers are responsible for the children’s well-being while under their care and maintaining a safe and fun environment for the children while making sure the children interact with each other in an appropriate manner.

• Follows the Pyramid Model of teaching
• Organizing activities and developing curriculum for infants/preschool children
• Developing a schedule for the children to maintain throughout the day
• Keeping records of each child’s progress, interests and any problems that may occur
• Maintaining contact with the children’s parents and contacting them in the case of an emergency
• Encouraging of independence and self-help with children
• Keeping information regarding children, families, staff, and the company confidential
• Must keep current with required continuing education on a yearly basis

Skills and Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Early Childhood Education (preferred but not required)
• Valid CPR and First Aid certifications (preferred but not required)
• Caring and compassionate attitude when interacting with and caring for children
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills to converse with children, fellow professional caregivers and parents or guardians
• Excellent patience and stamina for keeping up with the demands of children of all ages
• Advanced multitasking and organizational skills to handle multiple children at a time
• Behavioral analysis and cognitive recognition abilities for anticipating and addressing potential interactions or issues
• Displays a positive attitude with the children, families, and staff

Wausau Child Care is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person