Early Childhood Teacher Assistant -Substitute

People Incorporated; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 20,173 - 28,731; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks accrued paid time off

11 paid holidays annually

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition assistance program

Job summary

A community service organization in Fall River seeks an Early Childhood Teacher Assistant - Substitute to assist in planning and implementing program goals for young children. Responsibilities include daily care, activity preparation, and record maintenance. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and the ability to interact well with others. This full-time position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to interact appropriately with children, clients, and staff.
• Qualifying criminal background check required.
• Driver’s license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing program goals for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
• Perform daily activities such as feeding and diapering.
• Participate in planning child activities and maintain pertinent records.

Skills

Ability to interact appropriately with children

Knowledge obtained through attainment of a high school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Early Childhood Teacher Assistant - Substitute

Join People Incorporated as an Early Childhood Teacher Assistant - Substitute. We are a human service agency serving the Southcoast community, including Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas.

Pay Rate $17.75 hourly.

The Early Childhood Education Division is seeking a motivated Preschool Teacher Assistant to assist in planning and implementing program goals for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Essential Functions

• Perform daily activities such as feeding, diapering, and washing.
• Assist in maintaining a healthy, safe environment.
• Participate in planning child activities, including preparing materials, equipment, and food.
• Maintain pertinent records such as daily charts as assigned.
• Maintain knowledge in the field through appropriate educational activities.
• Perform support duties as requested by the teacher.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled.
• Maintain all program and agency required training courses.

Qualifications

• Knowledge obtained through attainment of a high school diploma or equivalent or meeting EEC standards.
• Ability to interact appropriately with children, clients, and staff.
• All candidates must have a qualifying criminal background check. A driver’s license is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Wellness activities and initiatives
• Medical and dependent care flexible account
• Free life and long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Discounts through LifeMart (e.g., movie, theme park tickets, T-Mobile savings)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness center on site
• Discounts on auto, home, and renters insurance
• Free financial planning/analysis
• Public services student loan forgiveness program

Professional Development

• Tuition assistance program
• Financial support with monthly student loan payments
• Scholarship opportunities
• Degree completion incentive

People Incorporated is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply.

UNITED WAY MEMBER AGENCY • EOE

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

Non-profit Organizations