Teacher, Float

Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island in Providence, RI seeks an Early Childhood Center Teacher, Float to support classrooms and reinforce lessons. You will help plan activities, work with children individually and in small groups, and foster a nurturing environment for families.

You will assist with daily programming, set up centers, and help maintain safety and health compliance while collaborating with the ECC team and participating in staff meetings and school programs.

Qualifications

• Experience reflecting the Alliance's core values and a commitment to them.
• Understanding of growth and development in young children and applying it in the classroom.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with day-to-day programming, instruction, activities, and classroom management.
• Prepare classrooms, set up centers, materials, and supplies; carry out activities.
• Work with children individually and in small groups to provide care and guidance.
• Foster relationships with families and maintain privacy of families and children.
• Escort students between areas, monitor behavior during breaks, assist with drop-off/pickup.
• Occasionally serve as a substitute teacher and participate in staff meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Early Childhood Center Teacher, Float will provide support to classrooms and assist the teachers in reinforcing materials and lessons covered to facilitate student learning. They will help to plan and execute appropriate activities and work collaboratively as part of the ECC team.Responsibilities:Support Teachers with all responsibilities of the day-to-day programming including classroom instruction, activities, lessons, and classroom management.Take direction and give support in preparing the classroom including setting up centers, preparing needed materials and supplies, and carrying out activitiesWork with children, individually and in small groups to provide care, protection, and guidanceProvide a positive and nurturing environment for children and families.Foster relationships with families and maintain privacy of families and children.Assist in the room maintenance to keep the classroom and center safe, clean, attractive, and in compliance with health and safety requirements.Participate in school social and family education programs and meetings, as well as larger organizational programs and trainings, as needed, including monthly staff meetings.Escorts students to other areas of the school such as the cafeteria, playground, gym, or other classrooms; monitors their behavior during recess and lunchtime.Assists with student drop-off and pickup.Occasionally works as a substitute teacher.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Skills/Abilities:Demonstrated experience with the Alliance’s core values and a clear commitment to themStrong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse communitiesWorking knowledge of the growth and development of young children and ability to utilize this information in the classroomStrong written and oral communications skillsAbility to set priorities and handle multiple projects. Strong organizational skillsEnthusiastic and self-motivated individual who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, including occasional nights and weekendsAbility to work closely with others in a team environment and effectively interact with all levels of management, parents and volunteersJudaic knowledge or willingness to acquireRequired Education/Experience:High School DiplomaPrior experience teaching in an early childhood center or classroom settingUnderstanding of Rhode Island Early Learning Standards, DHS, BrightStars, and NAEYC, or willingness to acquireCompleted pre-employment screening to include a criminal background check and TB (Tuberculosis) test clearance dated within the last 6 monthsMust have or willingness to obtain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certificationPhysical Requirements:Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout the classroom.Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.Must be able to sit and stand on the floor throughout the day, and bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children.