Preschool Assistant Teacher; Ages 2-3

Preschool Assistant Teacher (Ages 2-3)

One City Schools seeks a dynamic, passionate Assistant Teacher to guide our preschool scholars (ages 2-3) through foundational learning experiences. Join our award-winning team at One City Preschool, where we prepare 94% of preschoolers to test kindergarten-ready.

Position Overview

• Design and implement Anji Play curriculum experiences for ages 2-3 that integrate comprehensive developmental learning
• Foster cognitive and academic readiness through pre-literacy skills (letter recognition, phonemic awareness, storytelling) and basic numeracy concepts (counting, shapes, patterns, problem-solving)
• Develop critical thinking through exploration, questioning, and hands-on discovery activities
• Support physical development with both gross motor activities (running, jumping, climbing) and fine motor skill practice (drawing, cutting, manipulating objects)
• Facilitate creative expression through art, music, dramatic play, and open-ended activities that support cognitive development and emotional processing
• Build language and communication skills through rich conversations, vocabulary building, and diverse communication experiences
• Create purposeful lesson plans that maximize learning through play-based approaches
• Assess and adapt instruction to meet individual developmental needs across all learning areas
• Prepare children for kindergarten readiness and lifelong learning success

Mentor and Inspire

• Guide toddlers through critical early developmental milestones across all learning domains
• Create classroom environments that balance nurturing care with comprehensive educational experiences
• Support children's social and emotional development by providing opportunities for sharing, cooperation, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation
• Foster independence and self-care skills including age-appropriate self-help abilities, routine following, and personal responsibility
• Build secure relationships with children while encouraging peer connections and social belonging
• Promote cultural awareness and diversity through exposure to different cultures, languages, and family structures
• Encourage independence, self-esteem, and respect for individuality while building empathy and understanding
• Model loving, responsive interactions that build security and confidence in learning

Drive School Excellence

• Participate in curriculum development and ongoing program reviews
• Engage in collaborative professional learning communities
• Maintain creative and orderly classroom environments
• Support family engagement and community building initiatives
• Build strong partnerships with families from diverse backgrounds

What You Bring

• Minimum age of 18 years with High School Diploma, GED or HSED
• Member of the Wisconsin Child Care Registry or willingness to register
• Commitment to working with infants, toddlers, and families from diverse racial/cultural populations
• Understanding of infant and toddler development and early learning best practices
• Ability to create and execute developmentally appropriate care and learning plans
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and keep up with active children

Leadership Qualities

• Innovative mindset with passion for early childhood education
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Cultural competency and commitment to equity
• Resilience and adaptability in dynamic educational environment
• Passion for continuous improvement and professional growth

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience working with young children
• Bilingual Spanish abilities
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills

Exceptional Benefits & Compensation Comprehensive Package

• Competitive salary reflecting education and experience
• 11-month assignment with standard work-day and dedicated planning time
• 18 PTO days plus holidays, spring break, and two-week winter break
• Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Comprehensive professional development opportunities

Unique Staff Benefits

• On-campus childcare center with automatic admission for your age-eligible child, if space available
• Home ownership support through Own-It Program ($19,000 down payment grants available)
• Access to cutting-edge early childhood educational resources
• Employee Assistance Plan and voluntary benefits options

About One City Schools

• Our Mission:
  To seed a new model of public education ensuring children are on track to succeed from birth through high school graduation.
• Our Impact:
• Breaking Achievement Gaps:
  Specifically focused on addressing Wisconsin's persistent educational inequities, where fewer than 15% of Black children and 20% of Latino children read at grade level in South Madison elementary schools
• 5-Star Excellence:
  Earned Wisconsin's highest Young Star Child Care Rating (5 out of 5 stars) and Madison Magazine Gold Award recipient for Best in Madison Child Care
• Global Innovation Leader:
  Selected by Anji Play founder, Cheng Xueqin, to be the first school in the world outside Mainland China to implement internationally recognized…