Preschool Teacher Aide - degree required
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Job Description
Partner in Learning. Support Growth. Create Impact.
QUICK FACTS
Preschool Teacher Aide II Requirements
- Preschool Credential OR Child Development Associate Credential OR
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in any field plus completion of Intro to Child Care Profession (or equivalent ECE course)
Teacher Aide III Requirements
- Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education OR
- Related Associate's or Bachelor's degree with practicum and assessments providing unique enrichment (music, art, intervention therapy) with minimum 18 ECE credits
Position 1:
- Location: Union Corners Float - 2674 Milwaukee Street, Madison, WI
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Part Year
- Pay: $18.91-19.21/hour (based on education)
Position 2:
- Location: Union Corners ED3 - 2674 Milwaukee Street, Madison, WI
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Part Year
- Pay: $18.91-19.21/hour (based on education)
Position 3:
- Location: South Madison Float - 3201 Latham Drive, Madison, WI
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Part Year
- Pay: $18.91-19.21/hour (based on education)
Position 4:
- Location: Northport 4K - 1240 Northport Drive, Madison, WI
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Part Year
- Pay: $18.91-19.21/hour (based on education)
Position 5:
- Location: Northport 3K - 1240 Northport Drive, Madison, WI
- Schedule: Part-time (30 hours/week), Part Year
- Pay: $18.91-19.21/hour (based on education)
*Part Year includes built-in summer break, 2 weeks winter break, and spring break
WHAT WE OFFER
Comprehensive Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match (after 2 years)
- Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer
Work-Life Excellence & Professional Growth
- Collaborative partnership with experienced classroom teachers
- Flexible scheduling to meet program needs
- Comprehensive professional development: ongoing coaching, paid continuing education, and credential support
- Career advancement pathways with organizational training support (Aide II to Aide III progression)
QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL NEED
Basic Requirements (All Positions)
- Age: Minimum 18 years old
- Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in any field required
- Experience: Working with children ages 3-5, preferably in licensed childcare setting
- Certifications: Adult, Child, and Infant CPR within 6 months; basic first aid knowledge
- Professional Competencies: Excellent communication skills, ability to maintain confidentiality, flexibility for varying schedules
- Additional: Experience with low-income, multicultural families preferred
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a Preschool Teacher Aide, you'll partner with the Classroom Teacher to:
- Develop and implement activities that promote children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
- Support programming for children ages 3-5 in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards
- Ensure compliance with Wisconsin Child Care Licensing, City of Madison Accreditation, and Wisconsin YoungStar standards
- Build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community members
- Maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment
- Support multicultural and diverse learning experiences
- Assist with daily classroom routines and specialized programming
- Work collaboratively under the direction of the Classroom Teacher
WHO WE ARE
At Reach Dane, we're reimagining early childhood education as a powerful tool for social transformation. Our commitment to equity and inclusion includes:
- Actively dismantling systemic barriers in early childhood education
- Intentionally building a workplace reflecting our community's rich diversity
- Supporting career development from entry-level to advanced positions
- Valuing unique enrichment skills like music, art, and therapeutic approaches
JOIN OUR MISSION
Advance your early childhood education career with meaningful work that supports children's development while choosing from multiple schedule options in a supportive, inclusive environment that values your unique skills and experience.
Reach Dane is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. Please contact us to request accommodation.
- Location:
- Madison
- Job Type:
- PartTime
- Category:
- Education
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