Pre-K Teacher Assistant

Children's Friend•Pawtucket, RI

4d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Friend is hiring a full-time Pre-K Teacher Assistant to support a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment in a preschool classroom. The position is located at 99 Berkshire Street, Providence, Rhode Island, and reports to the Child Development Supervisor. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The hourly salary range is $16.62–$18.50. The assistant works with the classroom teacher to support children’s learning and development, maintain child health and progress documentation, and foster engagement with families. The role also supports coordination of services across home, classroom, and community settings and includes participation in professional development, team meetings, and coaching sessions. Children’s Friend describes its workplace as diverse and inclusive and is committed to equity and diversity. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer contributions to a 403(b) plan; employer-paid life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 12 holidays; vacation benefits; training and professional development; education assistance; and student loan repayment assistance.

Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or an associate’s or bachelor’s degree and successful completion of a Teacher Assistant Training program approved by the Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Hold a Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards (RIELDS) certificate relevant to the position, or have an individual professional development plan to achieve this requirement within 12 months of employment.
Ability to organize and plan activities.
Ability to establish warm, supportive relationships and provide a wide variety of stimulating, developmentally appropriate experiences for children.
Basic computer skills for data input and email.
Knowledge of health, safety, and first aid.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to work under the general supervision of the Teacher.
Successful completion of required pre-employment background screening.
Ability to provide documentation showing proof of required medical clearances and immunizations.

Responsibilities

Assist the classroom teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum.
Support children’s learning and development through active engagement and guidance.
Conduct daily health observations and maintain accurate child progress documentation.
Help create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for children and families.
Attend parent-teacher conferences and home visits to support family engagement.
Participate in professional development, team meetings, and coaching sessions.
Support integration of services across home, classroom, and community settings.