Teacher's Assistant
East Greenwich, RI Teacher Assistant
Job Type
Full-time
Description

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 Teacher's Assistant will include:

  • Working as a team with the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, healthy, structured, and nurturing environment.
  • 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. 

Learn more about us at www.drdaycare.com

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 at with us. 

We offer the following perks and benefits:

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • Child Care Discounts
  • College Tuition Reimbursement
  • Medical (Healthcare Benefits), Dental, Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Training/Professional Development opportunities

We have full time positions or part time positions (with flexible schedules available). 

Our learning centers are open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. 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.

 

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    

  • High school diploma (or equivalent) or higher.     
  • 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 (Teen Aide positions are available for applicants 16-18 years of age).     
  • 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@drdaycare.com  

Salary Description
$15 an hour