Teacher's Assistant in North Smithfield
About The Position
Learn. Teach. Repeat. Be the Team. Deliver Excellence. We are looking for a Teacher’s Assistant for the EnrichEd site located in North Smithfield Elementary School. A typical day for a School Age Teacher's Assistant will include: Working as a team to provide a safe, healthy, structured, welcoming space. Supporting students’ social, emotional, cognitive, academic development, promoting physical health, and providing a safe and supportive environment. Inspiring children to be lifelong learners. Helping students with homework and school projects. Partnering with school faculty and staff to provide a safe and educational learning environment. Showcasing your tech savvy skills by using an electronic daily tracking app. Assisting with the accreditation process as well as other quality initiatives. Playing games and having fun!
Requirements
- Experience working with children.
- A personal demeanor that is warm and friendly.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Organized and able to prioritize and multi-task.
- Team-oriented and willing to work with others.
- High school diploma (or equivalent) or higher.
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
- Able to engage in physical exercise with children (walking, running, crawling, bending, twisting).
- Visual and hearing acuity.
- Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
- 18 years of age or older.
- Able to read, write, speak and understand English.
- Must pass national criminal background/fingerprints check.
- Must pass Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) Clearance Request (CPS).
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual encouraged to apply.
- Teen Aide positions are available for applicants 16-18 years of age.
Responsibilities
- Working as a team to provide a safe, healthy, structured, welcoming space.
- Supporting students’ social, emotional, cognitive, academic development, promoting physical health, and providing a safe and supportive environment.
- Inspiring children to be lifelong learners.
- Helping students with homework and school projects.
- Partnering with school faculty and staff to provide a safe and educational learning environment.
- Showcasing your tech savvy skills by using an electronic daily tracking app.
- Assisting with the accreditation process as well as other quality initiatives.
- Playing games and having fun!
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401k with company match
- Child Care Discounts
- College Tuition Reimbursement
- Training/Professional Development opportunities
- Consistent schedule
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
