Substitute Early Childhood Educator – Gan Ami Mequon

Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center • Mequon, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC invites flexible, energetic, and caring educators to join our family of staff as a Substitute Early Childhood Teacher at our Gan Ami campus in Mequon.

Position Summary

As a substitute, you play a vital role in maintaining our high standards of care. You will step into various classrooms (ages 6 weeks through K4) to ensure our children continue to feel safe, respected, and engaged in a nurturing environment. This is a perfect role for those who love early education but require a more flexible schedule or are looking to gain experience in a 5-star rated program.

Gan Ami Early Childhood Education serves families with children ages 6 weeks through K4 at two unique sites – Mequon & Whitefish Bay. Gan Ami is rated by the State of Wisconsin as a Youngstar 5-star provider and has earned national accreditation from the Association for Early Learning Leaders’ National Accreditation Commission (NAC).

Gan Ami is a program of the Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC, a non-profit social services agency founded upon Jewish ethics and values that is committed to meeting the ever-changing needs of the entire community. Operating out of five facilities throughout Wisconsin, the JCC provides the total community with a forum for open dialogue and offers inclusive wellness, education, and community services for members and guests of all backgrounds.

As a community center, providing a safe and inclusive gathering space is a primary goal – and the JCC is uniquely prepared and trained to ensure that experience even in challenging environments. The health and safety of our family of staff is a top priority.

Visit jccmilwaukee.org/ganami to learn more about our school.

Requirements

• A genuine love and respect for children and families.
• The ability to adapt quickly to different classroom routines and age groups.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• The ability to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certifications (free training available onsite for hired staff)

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an Early Childhood Education (ECE) or group childcare setting.
• An active profile on the Wisconsin Registry for Early Childhood.
• Reliability and a "team-player" attitude.

Benefits

• Participation in a defined contribution 403(b) retirement plan
• A commitment to professional development
• JCC Membership. Every active staff member receives a full JCC membership at no cost which includes membership to our state-of-the-art fitness and aquatics facilities.
• JCC Program Discounts. Employees receive significant discounts on virtually all programs offered at the JCC including early childhood education, camps, before & after school, fitness & aquatics classes, cultural, and enrichment programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed