Head Start Preschool Assistant — Full-Time

Tri-county Community Action Agency; Johnston (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-County Community Action Agency in Johnston, RI is hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant for the Pre-k/Head Start area. This full-time, year-round role supports the Head Start program with a focus on safety, learning readiness, and family engagement.

Immediate start date and eligibility for agency-sponsored benefits are provided. The candidate will assist with curriculum delivery, observations, and documentation, ensuring developmentally appropriate activities for ages 3-5 in a center-based

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Preschool CDA.
• Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Start Teacher with lesson planning and education paperwork.
• Support developmentally appropriate practices and Head Start standards.
• Promote family engagement, conduct home visits, and document progress.

Skills

Positive relationships

Student engagement

Observations

Education

Associate degree/ECE or Preschool CDA

Job description

Tri-County Community Action Agency in Johnston, RI is hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant for the Pre-k/Head Start area. This full-time, year-round role supports the Head Start program with a focus on safety, learning readiness, and family engagement.

Immediate start date and eligibility for agency-sponsored benefits are provided. The candidate will assist with curriculum delivery, observations, and documentation, ensuring developmentally appropriate activities for ages 3-5 in a center-based