About This Role
Are you looking for a job where you are part of a supportive team, you make a difference every day, and you develop strong connections with children? St. Paul Lutheran Early Learning Center is actively seeking full-time assistant teachers for our summer childcare program. As an assistant teacher, you will have the opportunity to provide high quality, play-based, Christian child care and guide children in their spiritual, social/emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. We are currently looking to hire for our opening and closing shifts, please inquire regarding shift hours. This job opening is for our 2026 summer care operations: May 26th through August 21st, with the possibility of extension if desired through the school year.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
The Assistant Teacher will…
- educate and care for the children in their classroom
- maintain regular communication with families
- actively participate in play with children in the classroom
- guide and maintain Christian environment for preschool and childcare learning at St. Paul
- ensure student needs are being met in a developmentally appropriate way
- frequently meet with preschool/childcare faculty and staff to meet family and student needs
Requirements
- Qualified per Wisconsin Registry Assistant Teacher standards - willing to provide training
- 16 years old or over
- Passionate about the care and education of young children
- Friendly, team-player
- Strong desire to continue learning and growing in the ECE field
- Fill out an application here: www.stpaullakemills.org/childcare-employment-application
Nice to Have
Previous ECE experience
Benefits
Close-knit team of passionate ECE professionals
Respectful and encouraging administration who will work with you to foster your growth
Supportive parents and caregivers
Full-time staff members receive PTO
Tuition discounts for staff members
Paid holidays
Paid staff meetings
Paid continuing education classes and hours
Educator Assistance Plan (EAP) - Free mental wellness and other supports for you and your family
Opportunity to contribute to a 401K (Shepherd Plan)
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
There are no education requirements for this position.
What does this position pay?
This Summer Childcare Assistant Teacher role pays $15 to $18/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is St. Paul Early Learning Center located?
St. Paul Early Learning Center is located at 1530 South Main Street, Lake Mills, WI