Part-Time Assistant Teacher (Afternoon Shift) 20-25 Hours per Week | Monday-Friday | Onalaska, WI Make a Lasting Difference Every Day Are you looking for a meaningful part-time position where you can make a positive impact on children's lives? Northstar Early Learning Center is seeking a dependable, energetic, and caring Assistant Teacher to join our growing team! This position offers 20-25 hours per week , with a consistent afternoon schedule through our 6:00 PM closing time —perfect for someone looking for steady hours while making a real difference in their community. If you enjoy working with children, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to be part of a team that values relationships, growth, and excellence, we'd love to meet you! Why Northstar? At Northstar Early Learning Center , we're more than a childcare center—we're a family-owned organization committed to helping children build a strong foundation for lifelong success. Every day, our team creates a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, explore, and grow. We believe our teachers are the heart of everything we do, and we're passionate about investing in people who want to build a rewarding career in early childhood education. With nearly 75 dedicated team members across Minnesota and Wisconsin, Northstar is a place where your work truly matters. What You'll Do As an Assistant Teacher, you'll work alongside experienced Lead Teachers to create an engaging classroom where children feel safe, loved, and excited to learn.

Your responsibilities include:

Support the Lead Teacher in implementing our engaging, research-based curriculum. Create a safe, nurturing, and welcoming classroom environment. Build meaningful relationships with children and their families. Encourage children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Supervise and engage children during learning activities, meals, outdoor play, and transitions. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom. Follow all state licensing regulations and Northstar policies. Work collaboratively with fellow teachers and leadership to provide exceptional care and education. Help create an environment where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to learn. We're Looking For Someone Who Is... Passionate about working with young children. Reliable, dependable, and eager to be part of a team. Positive, patient, and encouraging. Organized with excellent attention to detail. Comfortable communicating openly and professionally with families and coworkers. Interested in growing a career in early childhood education. Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older. Ability to speak, read, and write English. Meet Wisconsin Registry/DHS requirements for an Assistant Teacher (or be willing to obtain the necessary qualifications). CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain). Must meet all state childcare licensing requirements. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Ability to sit, kneel, bend, and actively engage with children throughout the day. Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors. Benefits We believe great teachers deserve great support.

Eligible team members enjoy:

Competitive pay Childcare tuition discount Paid Time Off (Full-Time employees) Professional development and education assistance Supportive leadership team Opportunities for advancement Positive, family-oriented workplace culture Schedule Part-Time 20-25 hours per week Monday-Friday Afternoon shift through 6:00 PM No evenings beyond center closing No weekends Join the Northstar Family If you're looking for more than just a job—if you're looking for an opportunity to positively impact children, support families, and grow with a team that values your contributions—we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and start building your future while helping shape theirs!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $13.50 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Ability to

Commute:

Onalaska, WI 54650 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Onalaska, WI 54650: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person