On Call Substitute Teacher- East Providence

East Bay Community Action Program; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking dependable On-Call Substitute Teachers for the Willett Avenue Head Start Center in Riverside. This part-time, on-call role helps maintain safe staff-to-child ratios and classroom continuity when regular staff are out.

Positions are variable with same-day or short-notice assignments, offering entry-level exposure to early childhood education and potential paths into regular roles within EBCAP.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• CDA credential or equivalent credentialing.
• High school diploma or GED with early childhood coursework or relevant experience.
• RI Department of Education Teacher Assistant Training certificate.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily lesson plans and classroom routines prepared by permanent teaching staff.
• Provide continuous supervision of children during activities, meals, rest periods and outdoor play.
• Support children using established positive behavior guidance strategies.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Assist with family-style meal service and daily transitions.
• Greet families and share basic information at arrival and departure.
• Attend required trainings and stay current on program expectations.
• Remain flexible to on-call staffing needs at the Willett Ave site.

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in ECE/related field

CDA credential

HS diploma with ECE coursework/relevant experience

RI Teacher Assistant Training certificate

Job description

On Call Substitute Teacher- East Providence

Department: Early Head Start

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: East Providence - Willett

Reporting To: Heidi Nordmann

Compensation: $16.00 - $23.95 / hour

Description

About the Role

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking dependable and caring On-Call Substitute Teachers to support classrooms at our Willett Avenue Head Start Center in Riverside. This role is essential to maintaining safe staff-to-child ratios, classroom continuity, and a calm, nurturing learning environment when regular teaching staff are out.

On-Call Substitute Teachers are scheduled as needed and may receive same-day or short-notice assignments. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals interested in early childhood education, Head Start, or community-based work, with potential pathways into more regular roles.

Position Details

• Status: Part-time, On-Call / Per Diem
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, variable shifts between approximately 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Location: In-person at the Willett Avenue Head Start Center (Riverside)
• Pay Range: $16.00–$23.95 per hour (based on education and credentials)
• Funding: Grant-funded (Head Start & childcare revenue) through January 2027

Why Join EBCAP?

• Support children’s learning and well-being during critical early years
• Gain hands‑on experience in a high‑quality Head Start program
• Join a mission‑driven organization committed to equity and community impact
• Build experience that may lead to regular or full‑time opportunities

Key Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Follow daily lesson plans and classroom routines prepared by permanent teaching staff
• Provide continuous supervision of children during classroom activities, meals, rest periods, toileting, and outdoor play
• Support children using established positive behavior guidance strategies
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
• Assist with family‑style meal service and daily transitions
• Greet families and communicate basic information at arrival and departure, following staff guidance
• Complete assigned cleaning and sanitizing tasks
• Report safety concerns, incidents, or policy issues promptly to the Education Coordinator
• Attend required trainings and remain current on program expectations
• Remain flexible and responsive to on‑call staffing needs at the Willett Ave site

Qualifications

Who Thrives in This Role

Successful substitutes at EBCAP are people who:

• Are attentive, calm, and genuinely enjoy working with young children
• Notice needs and step in appropriately without always being directed
• Follow guidance well and work collaboratively with classroom teams
• Show up reliably, on time, and ready to help
• Value professionalism, confidentiality, and teamwork

We hire for heart, judgment, and reliability, and provide training for the technical aspects.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet one of the following:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field; or
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; or
• High school diploma/GED with early childhood coursework or relevant experience; or
• RI Department of Education Teacher Assistant Training certificate

Additional requirements:

• Ability to work variable, intermittent on-call hours (some weeks may have no shifts)
• Reliable transportation to the Willett Avenue Head Start Center in Riverside
• Ability to take direction from teaching staff and adapt quickly to different classrooms
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional conduct

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in any setting
• Familiarity with Head Start or licensed childcare programs
• Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish, Portuguese, or Cape Verdean Creole strongly valued)
• Current Pediatric First Aid & CPR certification