Early Childhood Teacher Assistant

Cumberland, Rhode Island; Cumberland (RI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education center in Cumberland, RI is seeking a part-time School Year Teacher Assistant. You will join a dynamic team dedicated to nurturing children's development in a vibrant classroom setting, supporting self-guided learning through positive interactions and tailored curriculum based on Early Learning & Development Standards.

Qualifications

• Early Childhood classroom experience is valuable.
• Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Need to submit an approved background check and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and nurturing environment.
• Support children's development during self-guided discovery.
• Promote self-confidence and motivation to learn.

Skills

Joyful nature

Education

Teacher Assistant Certification from a state approved program

Early Childhood Teacher Certification

Job description

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Reports to: OCYL Early Childhood Education Coordinator, Lori Beauregard

Status/Hours: Part-time seasonal employee of the Town of Cumberland, 5 classes (15 hours per week), 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Monday-Friday

Organization Name: OCYL: The Office of Children, Youth and Learning, Town of Cumberland, RI

Location: 1464 Diamond Hill Road, Suite 2, Cumberland, RI 02864

Job Description: Part-time School Year Teacher Assistant position in a classroom setting with children ages 4-5. Join our highly qualified and experienced early childhood team!

Teacher assistants embody our early childhood philosophy: OCYL’s unique early childhood classes are joyful, dynamic, skills-based and developmentally appropriate with play as a key ingredient for learning. OCYL teachers and teacher assistants purposefully support all children during self-guided discovery, construction of knowledge and development of skills utilizing a curriculum which aligns with RI Early Learning & Development Standards. During class time, teachers and assistants also intentionally support each child’s development of language, cognition, social/emotional, and motor skills. Formative assessments are utilized by teachers and assistants throughout the school year to aid in measuring children’s progress of specific early learning goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teachers and teacher assistants are responsible for creating a safe and nurturing environment. All adults in the classroom strive to nurture each child’s potential through positive,

developmentally appropriate interactions that promote self-confidence and motivation to learn.

Teachers and teacher assistants act professionally in the classroom and during family interactions as they strive to serve all children and their families in our OCYL community.

Qualifications, Education and Experience:

• Teacher Assistant Certification from a state approved program or Early Childhood Teacher Certification
• Early Childhood classroom experience
• J oyful nature
• Legal authorization to work in the United States, submit an approved background check, and must have reliable transportation.

Individuals seeking consideration for this position should send a cover letter and resume to Early Childhood Coordinator, Lori Beauregard at [e-mail]

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About OCYL: Located in Cumberland, RI, “OCYL”, the Mayor’s Office of Children, Youth & Learning (OCYL) serves early childhood children through high school teens. OCYL is a one-of-a- kind education center that supports children and youth as they learn, create, and work to achieve their fullest potential. We believe that the essential preschool years and out-of-school time provide invaluable opportunities for each child or teen to engage, explore and learn through unique and enriching programs. OCYL is committed to supporting the development of lifelong skills necessary to succeed: collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, social-emotional awareness & a sense of community.

For more information on the organization, please visit our website www.ocyl.org