Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center·Mequon, Wisconsin
The teacher is responsible for creating a positive, nurturing, and individualized environment for infants aged 6 weeks to 12 months. They must also ensure compliance with licensing standards and implement program goals in accordance with JCC policies.
The Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC invites passionate and caring educators of all backgrounds to join our family of staff as a part-time (0-19 hours per week) Infant Teacher at our Gan Ami Early Childhood Education campus in Mequon. This position works with ages 6 weeks- 12 months. The hours are Monday through Friday, 3pm-6pm.
As a member of our faculty, you will be responsible for the creation of a positive, warm, individualized, nurturing environment for children, which encourages inquiry and open-ended thought. Teachers in our program ensure that children are consistently treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. Teachers also promote, administer, and improve the JCC’s mission statement and goals in functions including program development, compliance with licensing standards, as well as supervision and implementation of the program in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the JCC.
All candidates are encouraged to apply, including assistant teachers.
Gan Ami Early Childhood Education serves families with children ages 6 weeks through K4 at two unique sites – Mequon & Whitefish Bay. Gan Ami is rated by the State of Wisconsin as a Youngstar 5-star provider and has earned national accreditation from the Association for Early Learning Leaders’ National Accreditation Commission (NAC).
Gan Ami is a program of the Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC, a non-profit social services agency founded upon Jewish ethics and values that is committed to meeting the ever-changing needs of the entire community. Operating out of five facilities throughout Wisconsin, the JCC provides the total community with a forum for open dialogue and offers inclusive wellness, education, and community services for members and guests of all backgrounds.
As a community center, providing a safe and inclusive gathering space is a primary goal – and the JCC is uniquely prepared and trained to ensure that experience even in challenging environments. The health and safety of our family of staff is a top priority.
Visit jccmilwaukee.org/ganami to learn more about our school.
What do we offer?
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call (414) 964-4444 or contact us at hr at jccmilwaukee.org.
Candidates should have a genuine love for children and the ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications. Preferred qualifications include 1-2 years of experience in early childhood education and a rating of 7+ on the Wisconsin Registry.
Market context
In Wisconsin, classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand as schools staff for core instruction and student support. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a strong commitment to children’s learning, a high school diploma or GED, and any required state licensing, with ECE coursework preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure fit and highlight any child-focused experience in your application.