Lead Preschool Teacher Early Childhood Educator

Sakonnet Early Learning Center; Tiverton (RI); Vor Ort; USD 22.000 - 26.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Training & development

Free food and snacks

Weekly pay

Discounted childcare

Sign-On Bonus

Zusammenfassung

Sakonnet Early Learning Center in Tiverton, RI, is seeking an experienced Lead Preschool Teacher to lead our early childhood classroom and foster a love of learning.

The role offers full-time and part-time opportunities with a competitive hourly rate ($16.00–$19.50) and a sign-on bonus. Join a team dedicated to nurturing children, building family relationships, and advancing careers in early childhood education.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Ability to meet required background screening requirements.
• CDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, or related credentials are a plus.

Aufgaben

• Plan engaging, age-appropriate activities through play and exploration.
• Create a welcoming and organized classroom environment
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and academic development
• Encourage positive behavior and growing independence
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children and families
• Maintain a safe and nurturing learning environment
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and center leadership
• Help make each child's day positive, meaningful, and fun

Kenntnisse

Love working with children

Communication

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Jobbeschreibung

Benefits:

• Free food & snacks


• Health insurance


• Opportunity for advancement


• Paid time off


• Training & development


• 401(k)


• Competitive salary


• Employee discounts

Lead Preschool Teacher | Early Childhood Educator

Sakonnet Early Learning Center | Tiverton, RI

$16.00–$19.50/hour | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

Sign-On Bonus: $500 Full-Time | $250 Part-Time

Bring Your Experience. Lead Your Classroom. Make a Difference.

Are you an experienced Preschool Teacher, Childcare Teacher, Early Childhood Educator, or Assistant Teacher who's ready to take the next step?

Sakonnet Early Learning Center is looking for a caring, dependable Lead Preschool Teacher who wants more than just a job. We're looking for someone who wants to build a classroom children love, create meaningful relationships with families, and grow their career in Early Childhood Education.

For more than 40 years, we've been part of the Tiverton community - providing children with a safe, nurturing place to learn, play, explore, and grow.

If you're ready for a classroom where your experience, ideas, and dedication can make an impact, we'd love to meet you.

What We Offer

Pay: $16.00–$19.50/hour, based on experience and qualifications

Sign-On Bonus: $500 Full-Time | $250 Part-Time

Schedule: Full-Time & Part-Time opportunities available

Our team members may also enjoy:

• Weekly pay


• Health insurance for eligible employees


• Paid time off


• Paid holidays for eligible employees


• 401(k) eligibility


• Discounted childcare


• Free food and snacks


• Paid training and professional development


• Opportunities for advancement


• Year-round, stable employment


• A supportive, team-focused work environment

Make Your Classroom a Place Children Love to Be

As a Lead Preschool Teacher, you'll have the opportunity to create meaningful learning experiences while helping children build the skills, confidence, and independence they'll carry with them for years to come.

You’ll help:

• Plan engaging, age-appropriate activities through play and exploration


• Create a welcoming and organized classroom environment


• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and academic development


• Encourage positive behavior and growing independence


• Build strong, trusting relationships with children and families


• Maintain a safe and nurturing learning environment


• Collaborate with fellow teachers and center leadership


• Help make each child's day positive, meaningful, and fun

You May Be a Great Fit If You...

• Genuinely enjoy working with young children


• Are patient, dependable, and positive


• Enjoy bringing creativity and new ideas into the classroom


• Communicate well with families and coworkers


• Want to grow professionally in Early Childhood Education


• Value being part of a team where people support one another

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required


• Previous experience working with children preferred


• CDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, or related credentials are a plus


• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification


• Ability to meet required background screening requirements

Have Childcare Experience but Aren’t Sure You Meet Everything?

We still want to hear from you.

Experience can come from many places. If you've worked with children in a childcare center, preschool, Head Start program, after-school program, summer camp, recreation program, or another youth-focused setting, we encourage you to apply.

Convenient for Rhode Island & South Coast Massachusetts Candidates

Our Tiverton location is convenient for applicants throughout:

Tiverton • Portsmouth • Middletown • Newport • Bristol • Warren • Fall River • New Bedford and surrounding communities

Find Your Next Classroom at Sakonnet.

If you're looking for a school where your ideas are welcomed, your experience is valued, and you can make a meaningful difference in children's lives every day, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and discover what you can build at Sakonnet Early Learning Center.