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Childcare Associate Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Cubby Bear LLC

Lead Childcare Teacher

Beaver Dam, WI

$14 - $17/hr

Where you can help us exceed parents' expectations of what childcare can be. Applicants must ... Nice To Haves Associate degree in ECE or higher education is a plus, but not a requirement.

Dakota Supply Group

Warehouse Associate

La Crosse, WI · On-site

$16.50 - $24.38/hr

As a Warehouse Associate, you will be responsible for all aspects of warehouse operations ... We know the importance of family, and offer various family planning and childcare savings ...

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What is a childcare associate?

Childcare Associates are professionals who provide care and supervision for children, typically in settings such as daycare centers, preschools, or after-school programs. Their responsibilities often include ensuring children's safety, supporting educational activities, assisting with meals, and fostering positive social interactions. Childcare Associates may also work closely with parents and other staff to support children's development and well-being. This role requires patience, strong communication skills, and a genuine interest in helping children learn and grow.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a childcare associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Childcare Associate, you need foundational knowledge of child development, safety protocols, and basic caregiving, often supported by a high school diploma or early childhood education credentials. Familiarity with child care management software, first aid/CPR certification, and structured activity planning tools is typically required. Patience, strong communication, and a nurturing attitude are essential soft skills for building trust with children and collaborating with families and colleagues. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring a safe, supportive, and engaging environment that fosters healthy child development.

What are some common challenges faced by childcare associates and how can they be managed?

Childcare Associates often encounter challenges such as managing varying behavioral needs among children, maintaining a safe and engaging environment, and communicating effectively with both children and their parents. Successfully navigating these challenges typically involves strong patience, adaptability, and teamwork with other childcare staff. Regular communication with supervisors and ongoing professional development can help associates stay current with best practices and improve their ability to handle difficult situations constructively.

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Infographic showing various Childcare Associate job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Childcare Associate - be FITNESS

Geronimo Hospitality Group

Waukesha, WI • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Part-time
Description
STEP INTO THE BIG LEAGUES
Geronimo Hospitality Group ain't your normal work environment. We are a collection of award winning boutique hotels, restaurants and clubs with cool people who believe THE STATUS QUO SUCKS and we do everything we can to live by that motto. At Geronimo Hospitality Group, we don't raise the bar. We are the bar. We create destinations, not pit stops, and we're looking for people who are ready to join a team that pushes boundaries and values hard work every day.
beFITNESS
With access to a world-class gym, full service spa, certified instructors and a state-of-the-art facility, beFitness is revolutionizing the fitness industry with our dedication to long term success through personal coaching, individual commitment and producing real world results.
PERKS OF THE JOB
We believe in rewarding effort and skill. Our team enjoys Employee Discounts, Paid Time Off, Training & Development Opportunities, 401K, Medical Benefits, 24/7 Online Care, Pet Insurance, and more. We demand a competitive spirit and offer you the chance to build your own future in return.
YOUR ROLE IN CREATING GERONIMOMENTS
In this role, you'll be a key part of our team, ensuring that every guest leaves with a lasting impression. Your voice matters here-use it to build the future, make an impact, and continuously improve the guest experience.
As the Play Club Associate, you are responsible for caring for children, ensuring a safe, clean, fun environment and executing the department club's guidelines. Always creating a positive first impression and providing care the highest level for all members and guests families. Associates are responsible for general job duties as well as providing exceptional customer service, creating an environment of hospitality and luxury and consistently demonstrating a positive and professional attitude.
WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE
Hours are 7:30am-12:00pm Monday through Saturday.
  • Care for children ages four months through twelve years
  • Provide a safe, clean environment including sanitizing toys and play areas, check and change diapers, pick up toys, and wipe down tables and counters
  • Ensure the entire childcare space is supervised and that every zone with a child is staffed
  • Ensure that all items on the opening and closing operations checklists are completed
  • Greet parents and children with a smile; invite children to join activities
  • Ensure interaction with children; ensure that all children are engaged with a special focus on older, shy and/or bored children; comfort and assist crying children
  • Organize and implement age-appropriate activities such as craft time and story time
  • Ensure children are treated with responsive respectfulness, i.e. coached vs. scolded; discuss behavior tactfully and out of range of child's hearing
  • Communicate timely and follow up as appropriate
  • Active participation in events, programs, meetings and training
  • Represent the club in a professional manner through image, dress, communication, and immediate follow through and response
  • Schedule varies and may require weekend and holiday hours, days and evenings
  • Enforce all club policies and procedures
  • Accurately record each day
  • Promote the company's safety goals and actively work towards ensuring a safe working environment
  • Interpret and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
  • Make professional development a consistent priority

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Requirements
WHAT IT TAKES TO SUCCEED
Experience
  • Minimum one year of experience caring for children in daycare of babysitting environment

Policies and Regulations
  • Knowledge of company polices

Skills
  • Professional, friendly manner and excellent customer service attitude and abilities. Strong verbal communication and conflict resolution skills. Enthusiastic, responsible and dependable team player. Well organized and detail oriented.

Problem Anticipation/ Deductive Reasoning
  • Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong and then apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems and considers the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one

Written Comprehension and Expression
  • Ability to read, understand and communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand

Oral Comprehension and Expression
  • Ability to understand and communicate so others can understand ideas and information

MANDATORY REQUIREMENT
  • U.S. Work Authorization (required).

JOIN A TEAM THAT MAKES AN IMPRESSION
At Geronimo Hospitality Group, we are cool people who work hard. Every shift, every day, we push the boundaries and strive to be the best. If you're ready to own your work and create exceptional experiences, we want you on our team! Geronimo Hospitality Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
405 Genesse Street
Delafield, WI 53018

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