EHS Teacher Assistant Float

East Bay Community Action Program; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 60,174,000; Full time

Job summary

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking an EHS Teacher Assistant Float to support infants and toddlers in our Early Head Start program. The role involves hands-on classroom support, partnering with the Teacher Lead, and delivering high-quality early childhood experiences across multiple Head Start sites in the East Bay service area.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, and CDA or coursework in Early Childhood Education is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• CDA credential preferred, Infant/Toddler focus.
• Experience in an early childhood education setting required.
• Knowledge of developmental frameworks and Head Start standards.
• Commitment to diversity, ethics, and family-centered services.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, healthy, and engaging classroom environment.
• Supervise children throughout the day and promote positive learning experiences.
• Support social-emotional growth through positive guidance strategies.
• Assist in planning and implementing age-appropriate learning activities.
• Help document children's activities, progress, and classroom experiences.
• Foster positive relationships between children, families, and staff.
• Encourage family participation and open communication.
• Assist with home visits and family conferences throughout the year.
• Participate in community recruitment events that support program growth and outreach.
• Assist with daily classroom organization, cleanliness, and supply management.
• Support classroom routines and schedules to ensure smooth operations.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and education leadership to maintain high program standards.
• Report safety concerns and policy issues promptly.
• Partner with behavioral health professionals and teaching teams when specialized support plans are needed.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and maintain required credentials.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support children and families.
• Demonstrate commitment to diversity, ethics, and inclusion.
• Make referrals and promote agency services when appropriate.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal

Collaborative, team-oriented

Build trust with children and families

Positive behavior support and guidance

Organizational skills and attention to

Professional judgement and integrity

Passion for early childhood and family

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA credential (Infant/Toddler)

Early Childhood Education coursework

Experience with The Creative Curriculum

Classroom assessment tools familiarity

Conscious Discipline knowledge

Job description

EHS Teacher Assistant Float

Application Deadline: 9 September 2026

Department: Early Head Start

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: East Providence - Willett

Reporting To: Tonette Robillard

Compensation: $18.00 - $21.00 / hour

Description

Are you passionate about supporting young children during their most important developmental years? Join our Early Head Start team and play a meaningful role in creating nurturing, engaging, and safe learning environments where infants and toddlers can thrive. If you enjoy working alongside dedicated educators, partnering with families, and making a lasting impact in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

As an Early Head Start Teacher Assistant, you will provide hands-on classroom support and work closely with the Teacher Lead to deliver high-quality early childhood education experiences. You'll help create a welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to learn through exploration and positive interactions.

This role is based across Head Start locations throughout the EBCAP service area, including Tiverton, Newport, Middletown, East Providence, and Warren, as needed. You will help ensure programs align with Head Start standards, developmentally appropriate practices, and evidence-based early learning frameworks.

As a float team member, you'll have the opportunity to support children and classrooms across our East Bay locations. Flexibility and reliable transportation to travel throughout the service area are required.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, healthy, and engaging classroom environment.
• Supervise children throughout the day and promote positive learning experiences.
• Support social-emotional growth through positive guidance strategies.
• Assist in planning and implementing age-appropriate learning activities.
• Help document children's activities, progress, and classroom experiences.

• Foster positive relationships between children, families, and staff.
• Encourage family participation and open communication.
• Assist with home visits and family conferences throughout the year.
• Participate in community recruitment events that support program growth and outreach.

• Assist with daily classroom organization, cleanliness, and supply management.
• Support classroom routines and schedules to ensure smooth operations.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and education leadership to maintain high program standards.
• Report safety concerns and policy issues promptly.
• Partner with behavioral health professionals and teaching teams when specialized support plans are needed.

• Participate in ongoing professional development and maintain required credentials.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support children and families.
• Demonstrate commitment to diversity, ethics, and inclusion.
• Make referrals and promote agency services when appropriate.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

We're looking for candidates who bring:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• The ability to build trust with children, families, and colleagues.
• Positive behavior support and child guidance skills.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Professional judgment, integrity, and confidentiality.
• A passion for early childhood development and family-centered services.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience working in an early childhood education setting.

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, particularly in Infant/Toddler education.
• Degree coursework in Early Childhood Education.
• Experience with The Creative Curriculum.
• Familiarity with classroom assessment tools.
• Knowledge of Conscious Discipline practices.

Benefits

For eligible full-time employees, EBCAP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical and dental insurance
• Vision coverage options
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Generous paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Agency-funded training and professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and additional wellness resources