On Call Substitute Teacher- East Providence
About The Position
East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking dependable, caring On-Call Substitute Teachers to support classrooms at its Willett Avenue Head Start Center in Riverside. The role helps maintain safe staff-to-child ratios, classroom continuity, and a calm, nurturing learning environment when regular teaching staff are absent. Assignments are scheduled as needed and may be same-day or short-notice; some weeks may have no shifts. This is an entry-level opportunity to gain experience in early childhood education, Head Start, or community-based work, with potential pathways into more regular roles. The position is part-time, on-call/per diem, in person at the Willett Avenue Head Start Center. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with variable shifts approximately between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Compensation is $16.00–$23.95 per hour, based on education and credentials. Funding is grant-funded through Head Start and childcare revenue through January 2027. EBCAP describes itself as a mission-driven organization committed to equity and community impact and offers hands-on experience in a Head Start program.
Requirements
- Meet at least one minimum qualification: an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field; a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; a high school diploma/GED with early childhood coursework or relevant experience; or an RI Department of Education Teacher Assistant Training certificate.
- Ability to work variable, intermittent on-call hours; some weeks may have no shifts.
- Reliable transportation to the Willett Avenue Head Start Center in Riverside.
- Ability to take direction from teaching staff and adapt quickly to different classrooms.
- Commitment to confidentiality and professional conduct.
- Attentive, calm, and genuinely interested in working with young children.
- Able to notice needs and step in appropriately, follow guidance, collaborate with classroom teams, and arrive reliably and on time.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with young children in any setting.
- Familiarity with Head Start or licensed childcare programs.
- Bilingual or multilingual ability; Spanish, Portuguese, or Cape Verdean Creole is strongly valued.
- Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Follow daily lesson plans and classroom routines prepared by permanent teaching staff.
- Continuously supervise children during classroom activities, meals, rest periods, toileting, and outdoor play.
- Support children using established positive behavior guidance strategies.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Assist with family-style meal service and daily transitions.
- Greet families and communicate basic information at arrival and departure, following staff guidance.
- Complete assigned cleaning and sanitizing tasks.
- Promptly report safety concerns, incidents, or policy issues to the Education Coordinator.
- Attend required trainings and remain current on program expectations.
- Remain flexible and responsive to on-call staffing needs at the Willett Avenue site.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience in a high-quality Head Start program.
- Potential pathways into more regular or full-time opportunities.
- Training for the technical aspects of the role.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
