3K Teacher
Salary
$37,440.00 - $41,600.00 Annually
Location
City of Waukesha -PARK-REC & Forestry - 1900 Aviation Drive Waukesha, WI
Job Type
Seasonal
Job Number
26--00814
Department
Parks, Recreation and Forestry
Opening Date
06/19/2026
Closing Date
8/2/2026 11:59 PM Central
Job Title: Part Time 3K Teacher
Contact: Logan Kein Contact Phone: (262) 993-2084
Job Description: The Part-Time 3K Teacher supports a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment that encourages a love for learning and exploration. Working with the Lead Teacher, this position assists in delivering developmentally appropriate, play-based activities including art, stories, music, movement, and structured play.
Responsibilities include active supervision of children, assisting with daily routines such as transitions and lunch, and supporting children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. The position follows Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards. The 3K Teacher maintains positive relationships with children, families, and staff, and may assist with 4K programming as needed.
Qualifications: Instructor must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Preference will be given to applicants with Early Childhood Education (ECE) coursework, Registry Level 7 or higher, or experience working with children ages 3-5 in a preschool or childcare setting. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to support a play-based learning environment, effectively supervise young children, and work collaboratively as part of a teaching team.
Requirements: Applicants must have or be willing to obtain Wisconsin Registry membership and CPR/AED and First Aid certification. Must demonstrate strong communication, reliability, and the ability to positively interact with children, families, and staff. Primarily active work including supervising children, lifting up to 50 lbs. as needed, and frequent bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, and working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
How to Apply: Interested applicants should submit a City of Waukesha employment application through the City's website at www.waukesha-wi.gov. Questions may be directed to the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department at (262) 524-3737.
Job Address: 1120 Baxter St., Waukesha, WI 53188
Description: The City of Waukesha is a Community Partner Site and works collaboratively with the School District of Waukesha to provide 4K.
Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour
The City of Waukesha is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
No Benefits
Employer City of Waukesha
Address 201 Delafield Street
Waukesha, Wisconsin, 53188
Phone 262-524-3745
Website http://www.waukesha-wi.gov