Lead, Child Care Assistant; LTE

Under the leadership of Director, Student Life, the Lead, Child Care Assistant, leads the planning, organization, and execution of activities; provides general support and supervision of a care team for infants, toddlers, and pre-school children in a drop‑in childcare setting. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment, creativity, and ingenuity to analyze and to resolve problems. Supervision received is general in nature using established procedures and general objectives.

Unusual situations or problems are referred to the supervisor for advice. Works closely with other professionals in a team approach.

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four‑year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs.

We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who share the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC c.edu.

In collaboration with student employees, provides care of and supervision for children. Responds quickly and directly to children's needs, desires, and messages; adapts responses to children's differing styles and abilities.

Keeps order in classrooms and other space assigned; maintains adequate supplies including cleaning equipment and ensures developmentally appropriate toys/tools are available to support and engage children providing a fun, safe environment.

Keeps alert to signs of distress in children and relays pertinent information to parent or guardian; serves as a Mandatory Reporter per College Policy.

Hires student workers, provides relevant training, creates employee schedules, and guides the work performed by student employees on a regular basis.

Keeps sign‑in sheets, waivers, notes, inventories, and other data pertaining to the division; prepares related reports as required or assigned. Maintains records in accordance with college record retention policy.

Provides leadership for customer service standards including systems & direct services. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the center. Maintains confidentiality in accordance with College policies.

Maintains current knowledge of best practices and standards. Participates in training and workshops to increase knowledge, awareness, and practice.

Performs other related duties within the scope of the position as required for the efficient operation of the division and to support institutional objectives. Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, and MATC policies and procedures. Candidate must be able to pass a Caregiver Background Check.

• A High School Diploma/GED
• One (1) year of childcare experience

• CPR/First Aid/AED (for infants/pediatrics) certified;
• Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Certificate
• Mandated Reporter Training Certificate

• Effective child guidance and center management skills.
• Follow all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children.
• Knowledge of child development stages.
• Working knowledge of health and safety standards as they apply to children in childcare centers.
• Alertness and judgment to detect and prevent situations to possible injury or death.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and relate well with students, parents, faculty, staff, and others while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
• Ability to follow and understand oral and written…