State Pre K Teacher Assistant in Providence

Brightstars; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

13 Paid Holidays

Child Care Discounts

College Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Training/Professional Development opportunities

Job summary

A child care and education provider in Smithfield is seeking a Pre-K Teacher Assistant to support children's early learning in a nurturing environment. The role involves collaborating with the Lead Teacher, engaging children in various activities, and partnering with families. The ideal candidate should have experience working with children and meet the educational requirements for Early Childhood Education. Join us for a rewarding career with great benefits!

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience working with children in a group setting.
• Knowledge of Teaching Strategies and/or Conscious Discipline preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe learning environment.
• Engage children in singing, dancing, and learning activities.
• Partner with families to support children's growth.

Skills

Warm and friendly demeanor

Verbal and written communication skills

Reliable attendance and punctuality

Organized and able to prioritize

Team-oriented

Education

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent

12 College Credits in Early Childhood Education

Job description

State Pre K Teacher Assistant in Providence

Our Mission

BrightStars helps families in Rhode Island access QUALITY child care, early learning, and school-age programs. We help child care providers learn about best practices in early learning and apply them to the care children receive. We recognize program quality and give parents information to make choices about their children’s care and education.

Program Address

Program Address:
1207 Douglas Pike Suite 4
Smithfield
Rhode Island
02917

Position Description

This position follows the school year calendar. Options are available for working in the summer with 35 hours a week, and hours would range between 8/8:30-3/3:30. Options for up to 40 hours a week.

Learn. Teach. Repeat. Be the Team. Deliver Excellence. We strive to be leaders in providing an educational and nurturing environment.

A typical day for a RIDE Pre‑K Teacher’s Assistant will include:

• Working as a team with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, healthy, structured, welcoming space to grow and learn.
• Singing, dancing, playing, teaching!
• Inspiring children to be lifelong learners.
• Partnering with families to nurture and care for their children.
• Showcasing your tech savvy skills by using an electronic daily tracking app.
• Assisting with the accreditation process as well as other quality initiatives.

Why you’ll love us

We invite you to join our growing community of teachers and hope you’ll find a rewarding and fulfilling career with us.

We offer the following perks and benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401k with company match
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Child Care Discounts
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical (Healthcare Benefits), Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Training/Professional Development opportunities

Learn more about our benefits at www.drdaycare.com/careers

Requirements

We are willing to train the right person! Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience working with children in a group setting.

Skills we’re looking for

• A personal demeanor that is warm and friendly.
• Verbal and written communication skills, including grammar and reading skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Organized and able to prioritize and multi‑task.
• Team‑oriented and willing to work with others.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet state Pre‑K education requirements which is 12 College Credits in Early Childhood Education. Options include Teacher Assistant Training Program approved by the RI Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, college coursework relevant to the early childhood education program, Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, or college credits in Education, Child Development, Human Services, Recreation or related field.

Certifications/Experience

• At least 1 year working in an early learning/child care center.
• Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards (RIELDS) certification preferred.
• Knowledge of Teaching Strategies and/or Conscious Discipline preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Able to engage in physical exercise with children (walking, running, crawling, bending, twisting).
• Visual and hearing acuity.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.

Other Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English; bilingual encouraged to apply.
• Must pass national criminal background/fingerprints check.
• Must pass Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) Clearance Request (CPS).

How To Apply

Please follow the link to the application: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3425472

Other Information

Dr. Day Care has other locations across RI:

• Central Falls
• Cumberland
• East Greenwich
• North Providence
• Pawtucket
• Providence
• Smithfield