Before school Program Assistants

East Bay Community Action Program • Newport, RI

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About The Position

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking Part-time before-school (16 hours/week) and Per Diem (3 to 15 hours/week) Teacher Assistants for our Newport Family & Child Opportunity Zone (NFCOZ). The NFCOZ provides services and referrals to Newport children and their families in school and community settings, in partnership with Newport Public Schools, parents, and the community. Teacher Assistants support Lead Teachers and Program Facilitators in before-school licensed childcare, after school enrichment programs, and school vacation camps, working with students in grades K-8. The ideal candidates will assist in the supervision of students utilizing a positive approach and will maintain the philosophy and mission of the program.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or a GED certification
• Formal Training related to child or youth development OR at least one year of supervised experience working with school-age children in a group setting to assume the role of school-age staff

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with associate degree and/or Teacher Assistant Certification
• Candidates who are bilingual in Spanish are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• assist in the supervision of students
• utilizing a positive approach
• maintain the philosophy and mission of the program

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan
• generous paid time off that includes vacation and sick time
• voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• mileage reimbursement
• opportunities for center-paid training/CEUs
• employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees