Elementary Assistant Teacher (2025-26)

Madison, WI
Full Time
Mid Level

ELEMENTARY ASSISTANT CLASSROOM TEACHER

One City Schools | Madison, Wisconsin
Full-Time Position | 40+ Hours per Week
Posted: May 2025

JOIN OUR MISSION TO TRANSFORM EDUCATION

Are you passionate about creating transformational learning experiences for young minds? One City Schools is seeking energetic, inspiring, and nurturing Assistant Classroom Teachers to join one of Wisconsin's most innovative public school systems. This is your opportunity to help redefine public education while working alongside dedicated professionals who share your commitment to educational excellence.

Learn more about One City Schools at www.onecityschools.org. Also, watch videos about our schools on our YouTube Page at www.youtube.com/@OneCitySchools and learn more about our advocacy efforts at www.onecityadvocates.org.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As an Assistant Classroom Teacher, you'll provide essential academic and behavioral support to students in our dynamic classroom environments. Working closely with Lead Teachers, administrators, and families, you'll help ensure every student reaches their full potential in a warm, nurturing, and intellectually challenging setting.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Create Exceptional Learning Experiences:

  • Collaborate with Lead Teachers to establish safe, collaborative, and intellectually challenging classroom cultures
  • Support development and execution of innovative lesson plans aligned with State Standards and EL Education curriculum
  • Foster students' critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and character development
  • Maintain organized, academically-focused learning environments
Build Meaningful Relationships:
  • Develop positive, engaging relationships with students, families, and colleagues
  • Work cooperatively with parents to strengthen educational programs
  • Engage in community building through meaningful rituals and traditions
  • Model One City's Habits of Character: integrity, self-respect, compassion, perseverance, and risk-taking
Drive Continuous Improvement:
  • Participate in ongoing professional development and grade-level planning
  • Stay current with curriculum, child development, and learning theories
  • Contribute to curriculum reviews and program effectiveness assessments
  • Embrace our culture of innovation and relentless pursuit of excellence

WHAT YOU BRING

Essential Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma required, Associates Degree or Some College Preferred
  • Deep commitment to One City's mission and working with diverse student populations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and eagerness to learn new technologies
  • Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving abilities
  • Physical ability to lift and push at least 50 pounds
  • Successful completion of background check
Your Character:
  • Energetic, flexible, and collaborative mindset
  • Growth-oriented with desire to give and receive feedback
  • Dedication to continuous learning and professional development
  • Innovative thinking and openness to strategic change

EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

Comprehensive Package:
  • Competitive salary aligned with local market and public schools
  • 14 PTO days plus holidays, spring break, and winter break
  • Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
  • Life insurance and long-term disability
  • Employee assistance program
  • Automatic admission for your age-eligible child to One City Schools
Unique Staff Benefits:
  • On-campus childcare center with subsidized tuition for staff
  • Home ownership support through Own-It Program ($19,000 down payment grants available)
  • Professional development opportunities in cutting-edge educational approaches
ABOUT ONE CITY SCHOOLS

Our Mission: To seed a new model of public education ensuring children are on track to succeed from birth through high school graduation.

Our Impact:
  • Both schools "Exceeded Expectations" on 2024 state report cards
  • Elementary: outpaced 87% of Wisconsin public elementary schools
  • Middle School: outpaced 94% of Wisconsin public middle schools
  • 94% of preschoolers test kindergarten-ready


Why One City? We're more than a school system—we're educational innovators influencing policy, curriculum, and teaching practices across Wisconsin and beyond. From pioneering pandemic safety protocols to leading $2.6 billion in education funding advocacy, One City is shaping the future of public education.

Ready to make an impact? Join our mission to transform education and change lives.

One City Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and applicants are treated with respect and dignity.

Application Deadline: Positions remain open until filled - we're committed to finding the perfect fit for our scholars

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