BA Float

Brightstars; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

12 holidays

2 personal days

9 sick days

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

BrightStars in Woonsocket, RI seeks a BA Float to support the Woonsocket Head Start Child Development Association’s mission with professionalism and accountability. The role collaborates with staff and families to ensure high‑quality services and compliance with licensing and regulatory standards.

The position requires a Bachelor's in ECE or related field, strong communication, and the ability to work across centers including driving between locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field.
• Knowledge of licensing standards (Head Start, RI DHS, NAEYC).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Valid driver’s license and access to insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties in line with organizational policies and program goals.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Promote health, safety, and well‑being of children, families, and staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation for funding, licensing, and procedures.
• Collaborate with staff, families, and community partners.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development.
• Communicate concerns and needs through proper channels.
• Support continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Provide back‑up coverage across classrooms as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in ECE/Child Development/related field

Job description

BrightStars helps families in Rhode Island access QUALITY child care, early learning, and school-age programs.We help child care providers learn about best practices in early learning and apply them to the care children receive.We recognize program quality and give parents information to make choices about their children’s care and education.

Program Name:
Woonsocket Head Start Child Development Association

Program Address:
204 Warwick St
Woonsocket
RI
02895

Position Description

The BA Float is responsible for supporting the mission of WHSCDA by carrying out assigned duties with professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to high-quality services. This position contributes to the overall success of the program through collaboration, adherence to regulations, and a shared responsibility for supervision and safety.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out assigned responsibilities in alignment with organizational policies, procedures, and program goals.
• Demonstrate knowledge of all applicable licensing and regulatory requirements, including but not limited to Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC Accreditation Standards, Rhode Island Department of Human Services (RI DHS) regulations, and other relevant state and federal requirements.
• Implement practices that promote health, safety, and well-being of children, families, and staff.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation as required by funding sources, licensing entities, and agency procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, families, and community partners.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development activities as required.
• Communicate concerns, incidents, and needs promptly through appropriate channels.
• Support continuous quality improvement efforts within the program.
• Ability to perform job duties that may include standing, sitting, bending, lifting (50 lbs.), and engaging with children. Provide back-up support to assigned classrooms, rotating between centers / classrooms as necessary.
• Assist classroom staff implement the daily educational program for children.
• Encourage and foster open communication with parents.
• Share information about children and families appropriately, always ensuring confidentiality.

Other Duties

• Other duties as assigned based on agency need.

Specific Job Components

• To provide for coverage absences of classroom staff; to provide direct care to the children in the extended day program.
• Must be First Aid and CPR certified.
• Valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle.
• Must be able to travel between centers on short notice.

Supervision and Safety

• Supervision is everyone’s responsibility. All staff are expected to actively supervise children at all times, anticipate and prevent hazards, and take immediate action to ensure safety.
• Report safety concerns, suspected abuse or neglect, and policy violations in accordance with agency procedures.

Professional Expectations

• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Demonstrate professionalism, respect, and cultural responsiveness.
• Follow the organization’s Code of Conduct and ethical standards.
• Represent the organization positively in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree with a concentration in ECE, Child Development, Early Childhood Special Education or a related field; ability to work with young children.
• Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood development as applicable.
• Ability to understand and follow regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Other Information

• 3 weeks vacation, 12 holidays, 2 personal days, 9 sick days
• heath, dental and vision insurance,
• retirement plan