Pre-K Teacher Assistant

Children's Friend • Pawtucket, RI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Friend is hiring a full-time Teacher Assistant for a preschool classroom at 99 Berkshire Street in Providence, Rhode Island. The role supports the classroom teacher in providing a nurturing, stimulating, safe, and inclusive environment for young learners and their families. The Teacher Assistant works under the general supervision of the Teacher 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 to $18.50.

Requirements

• An 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 RI Early Learning and Development Standards (RIELDS) certificate relevant to the position, or have an individual professional development plan for achieving 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 and developmentally appropriate experiences for children.
• Basic computer skills for data input and email use.
• 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 all 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.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 12 holidays
• Competitive vacation benefits
• Training and professional development
• Education assistance
• Student loan repayment assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree