State Pre-K Teacher's Assistant at NurturEd Early Learning Center

Pawtucket, Rhode Island, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

20.58

Posted On

18 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Early Childhood Education, Classroom Management, Communication Skills, Organization, Multi-tasking, Teamwork, Electronic Tracking Apps, Child Care, Punctuality, Patient Demeanor

Industry

Description

Description -This positions follows the school year calendar and is 43 weeks with potential opportunity to work in the summer -Applicants are asked to be available Mon- Fri from 7am-5:30pm in order to accommodate a schedule that is up to 35 hours -RIDE Teacher Assistant will be compensated $20.58 per hour for up to 35 hours a week. Additional hours may be available up to 40 hours per week at $16 per hour -Start date would be August 24th Learn. Teach. Repeat. Be the Team. Deliver Excellence. We strive to be leaders in providing an educational and nurturing environment. A typical day for a RIDE Pre-K Teacher's Assistant will include: Working as a team with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, healthy, structured, welcoming space to grow and learn. Singing, dancing, playing, teaching! Inspiring children to be lifelong learners. Partnering with families to nurture and care for their children. Showcasing your tech savvy skills by using an electronic daily tracking app. Assisting with the accreditation process as well as other quality initiatives. Why you'll love us: We invite you to join our growing community of teachers and hope you'll find a rewarding and fulfilling career with us. We offer the following perks and benefits: Paid Time Off 401k with company match 13 Paid Holidays Child Care Discounts College Tuition Reimbursement Medical (Healthcare Benefits), Dental, Vision Flexible Spending Account Training/Professional Development opportunities Learn more about our benefits at www.nurturedelc.com/careers Our learning centers are open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. State Pre-K classroom hours may vary. We have locations across Rhode Island. Requirements We are willing to train the right person! Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience working with children in a group setting. We are looking for someone who has the following skills: A personal demeanor that is warm and friendly. Verbal and written communication skills, including grammar and reading skills. Reliable attendance and punctuality. Organized and able to prioritize and multi-task. Team-oriented and willing to work with others. Education Requirements Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required. Must meet state Pre-K education requirements, some options include Teacher Assistant Training Program approved by the RI Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, college coursework relevant to the early childhood education program, Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, or college credits in Education, Child Development, Human Services, Recreation or related field. We will train the right person and offer opportunities to gain a degree or college credits! Certifications/Experience At least 1 year working in an early learning/child care center. Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards (RIELDS) certification preferred. Knowledge of Teaching Strategies and/or Conscious Discipline preferred. CPR/First Aid certification preferred. Physical Requirements Able to engage in physical exercise with children (walking, running, crawling, bending, twisting). Visual and hearing acuity. Able to lift up to 40 pounds. Other Qualifications 18 years of age or older Able to read, write, speak and understand English, bilingual encouraged to apply. Must pass national criminal background/fingerprints check. Must pass Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) Clearance Request (CPS). We hope you will join our team! Having technical issues with your application? Contact us at HR@edcentralri.com At EdCentral, we work as a team with EnhancEd, EnrichEd, and NurturEd - the new names for Therapeutic Child Care Services, Kids Klub, and Dr. Day Care.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment for Pre-K children. Responsibilities include teaching, partnering with families, and utilizing electronic apps for daily tracking.