Lead Teacher, Early Childhood — Multi-Site Coverage

Children's Friend; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental and Vision coverage

403(b) plan contributions

Life and Disability insurance

Flex Spending Accounts

12 Holidays

Competitive Vacation Benefits

Training and Professional Development

Education Assistance

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Job summary

Children's Friend in Providence, RI is seeking an Early Childhood Lead Teacher to join a team across multiple sites in Providence, Pawtucket, and Central Falls. This full-time role requires planning developmentally appropriate curricula, ensuring DCYF and Head Start compliance, and mentoring staff while supporting family engagement.

The ideal candidate has an ECE degree (AAS/BA/MA), RIDE certification preferred, and the ability to travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Associate, Bachelor, or Master’s in ECE or Child Development.
• RIDE Certification preferred.
• Minimum of 30 hours of ongoing annual training (including RIELDS 2).
• Ability to organize and implement engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships with diverse families.
• Must lift up to 40 lbs., travel between sites, and meet medical/immunization requirements.
• CPR and First Aid certified (or willing to obtain).
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance for mileage reimbursement as this position will require travel to our different sites.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum based on best practices.
• Ensure compliance with DCYF and Head Start Education Performance Standards.
• Maintain records on children’s emotional, physical, social, and intellectual development.
• Collaborate closely with staff and consultants to support the unique needs of each child.
• Conduct family conferences and home visits to support family engagement.
• Supervise and mentor classroom staff, providing guidance and reflective support.
• Act as a mentor to new Lead Teachers, modeling best practices.
• As a float teacher, maintain consistency in learning while covering for teacher absences, supporting classroom routines, and assisting with instructional delivery.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Interpersonal skills

Travel between sites

CPR & First Aid

Driver's license

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s degree in ECE

Bachelor’s degree in ECE/Child Development

Master’s degree in Education

Job description

Children's Friend in Providence, RI is seeking an Early Childhood Lead Teacher to join a team across multiple sites in Providence, Pawtucket, and Central Falls. This full-time role requires planning developmentally appropriate curricula, ensuring DCYF and Head Start compliance, and mentoring staff while supporting family engagement.

The ideal candidate has an ECE degree (AAS/BA/MA), RIDE certification preferred, and the ability to travel between sites.