Toddler Assistant

Brightstars; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A child care services provider in Rhode Island is looking for a flexible assistant teacher for its Toddler Room. The role involves assisting a lead teacher with up to 8 children, managing daily routines, and interacting with parents. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and a passion for working with toddlers. Pay begins at $16.50 per hour, possibly more based on experience, with hiring intended within the next two weeks.

Qualifications

• Driver’s License and reliable transportation are required.
• Punctuality is essential for this role.
• The ideal candidate will be a quick learner who can multitask.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a classroom of toddlers alongside the lead teacher.
• Handle cleaning, bathroom, and meal-related duties.
• Log information on the communication app and interact with parents.

Skills

Team Player

Solid Communication Skills

Ability to Pass Background Checks

Passion for Working with Toddlers

Education

GED or HS Diploma

Job description

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.

Position Description

We are looking for a strong, yet flexible, assistant teacher for our Toddler Room. This room has up to 8 students with a Lead Teacher. The ideal assistant would be a quick learner, able to multitask, work well with others, and be an active person who will play with our toddlers. The assistant would need to do cleaning, attend to bathroom/diaper needs, help with snack/lunch, and support the lead teacher in all aspects of the day’s routines. This role includes logging information on our communication app, speaking with parents, and prepping materials for future lessons.

Qualifications

• Driver’s License/Reliable Transportation
• GED or HS Diploma
• Team Player
• Punctuality
• Solid Communication Skills
• Ability to Pass Background Checks
• Passion for Working with Toddlers

Other Information

We would like to hire within the next two weeks. Pay begins at $16.50 but could be more based on experience.