What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Early Childhood Educator – Gan Ami Mequon position at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center?
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.
A good candidate will have:
- 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)
An ideal candidate will have all of the above, plus:
- 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.
About Our School
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.
Benefits
What do we offer?
We’re proud to provide a competitive salary and a comprehensive Total Talent Rewards package designed to recognize and support our people. Our culture prioritizes balance, growth, and well-being, with generous perks that help our employees thrive both at work and beyond.
Listed below are some of the benefits that make the JCC a great place to work:
- 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.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call (414) 964-4444 or contact us at hr at jccmilwaukee.org.