Teaching Assistant

About the role

Location: Racine, WI
Facility: All Saints Hospital
Department: Daycare
Schedule: Days | Part-time

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and kind direct care to meet the physical and emotional needs of every child, fostering a safe and nurturing environment.
• Collaborate with teaching team members on lesson planning and implementation to deliver engaging activities that successfully advance each child's developmental milestones.
• Partner with parents through consistent, daily communication to build a unified and supportive educational foundation that ensures the child's holistic growth.
• Commit to continuous professional growth by attending required monthly evening staff meetings and completing a minimum of 15 hours of yearly in-service training.

Requirements

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience.
• Based on Wisconsin Administrative Code Regulations, one or more of the following is required:
  • At least 18 years old and have satisfactorily completed one course for credit in early childhood education or its equivalent at an institution of higher education within 6 months after assuming the position, or;
  • At least 18 years old and have satisfactorily completed one, non-credit department-approved course in early childhood education within 6 months after assuming the position, or;
  • Have satisfactorily completed an assistant child care teacher training program approved by the Wisconsin department of public instruction.
• OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree
• OR 4 years of applicable Cumulative Job Specific Experience Required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

About Ascension

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.