TEACHER ASSISTANT

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA Mt Hope Childcare Center in Providence, RI is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support a high-quality early learning classroom serving infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children. Schedule varies M-F between 8:15am and 5:30pm, offering hands-on experience in a licensed program.

You will assist the Lead Teacher, help with observations, and help maintain a nurturing, safe environment while building strong relationships with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Interest in early childhood education or childcare.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Help conduct child observations and assessments.
• Maintain classroom environment aligned with ITERS/ECERS standards.
• Follow DCYF licensing regulations and BrightStars standards.
• Conduct daily health checks and maintain documentation.
• Track attendance and meal counts.
• Support daily routines and transitions.
• Communicate with families through daily or weekly updates.
• Ensure proper sign-in/sign-out procedures.
• Follow all health, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings.

Skills

18+ years old

Team player

Interest in early childhood education

Growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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TEACHER ASSISTANT

Providence, RI, US

Salary Range: $16.50 To $16.50 Hourly

Position Summary

Looking to start or grow your career in early childhood education? The YMCA Mt Hope Childcare Center is hiring a Teaching Assistant (TA) to support a high-quality early learning classroom serving infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children, values teamwork, and wants hands‑on experience in a licensed early childhood program. Schedule varies M-F between the hours of 8:15am and 5:30pm.

Position Summary

The Teaching Assistant supports the Lead Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. This role plays a key part in supporting children's development through hands‑on learning, positive relationships, and consistent care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Help conduct child observations and assessments
• Maintain classroom environment aligned with ITERS/ECERS standards
• Follow DCYF licensing regulations and BrightStars standards
• Conduct daily health checks and maintain documentation
• Track attendance and meal counts
• Support daily routines and transitions
• Communicate with families through daily or weekly updates
• Ensure proper sign‑in/sign‑out procedures
• Follow all health, safety, and emergency procedures
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings

Qualifications

• 18+ years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Interest in early childhood education or childcare
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Free YMCA membership
• Paid training and professional development
• Opportunities for growth in early childhood education
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment