The Nurturing Nook·Fox Point, Wisconsin
Assist the lead teacher in implementing activities that support children's emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development. Maintain a clean, safe classroom environment while building professional rapport with families.
The Nurturing Nook in Fox Point is a licensed childcare center seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the Infant classroom.
To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks.
One year experience in a licensed classroom setting and Intro to Childcare must be completed.
Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm Compensation: $15-17/hr, based on education and experience We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including: Competitive Pay Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance 401k with Match Discounts for Childcare Fun and Positive Place to Work Open Door Policy Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!
Main Job Responsibilities: Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center.
Implement activities that encourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program.
Create and maintain an environment that is clean and safe for all children.
Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!
The Nurturing Nook is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity.
We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law. #PECEPEDU2
Requires a high school diploma or GED, one year of experience in a licensed classroom, and completion of an Intro to Childcare course. Candidates must be able to pass background checks and meet physical requirements such as lifting up to 40 lbs.
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.