Infant/Toddler Classroom Assistant — Nurture & Grow Every Day

Childrensfriendri; Central Falls (RI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Employer contributions to the 403(b)

Employer-paid Life and Disability

Job summary

Children's Friend in Central Falls, RI is seeking an Infant/Toddler Teacher Assistant to support the classroom alongside the lead teacher. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday with 8:00am-4:30pm or 9:00am-5:30pm shifts, serving children birth to three and helping implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

You will document development, coordinate with families and specialists, meet DCYF licensing and Early Head Start standards, complete 30 hours in year one and 24 hours

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• CDA credential preferred
• Experience working with infants or toddlers preferred
• Fluency in English and Spanish preferred
• Ability to organize and plan activities for young children
• Knowledge of DCYF licensing and Head Start standards would be beneficial

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in developing and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Maintain a safe, nurturing classroom that meets licensing standards
• Observe and document children's development and health
• Collaborate with families and professionals to support each child
• Participate in family/staff conferences and program meetings
• Complete required child-development training (30 hours in year 1, 24 hours ongoing annually)
• Support inclusive classroom environments and diverse families

Skills

Fluency in English and Spanish

Basic computer skills

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential preferred

Tools

Email and data entry software

Job description

Children's Friend in Central Falls, RI is seeking an Infant/Toddler Teacher Assistant to support the classroom alongside the lead teacher. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday with 8:00am-4:30pm or 9:00am-5:30pm shifts, serving children birth to three and helping implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

You will document development, coordinate with families and specialists, meet DCYF licensing and Early Head Start standards, complete 30 hours in year one and 24 hours