Location (3)
Central Falls, Rhode Island
Salary
$16 - $17 / HOUR
Locations
3 listed locations
Quick overview
The Teacher Assistant will assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum while providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for young learners. They are also responsible for conducting health observations, maintaining child progress documentation, and supporting family engagement through conferences and home visits.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold at least a high school diploma, with preferences for a Child Development Associate credential or an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. Additionally, applicants should have 1-3 years of experience working with children and the physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Job description
🌟 we're hiring
Teacher assistants- Both part time and full time positions available!
Location
- Providence,
- RI,
- Pawtucket,
- RI,
- Central
- Falls,
- RI (please note: you may be placed at any of our sites that have openings or be expected to float to other sites)
- Reports To:
- Child
- Development
- Supervisor
- Employment
- Type: Full-Time (Monday - Friday, 8 hour shifts) AND Part-Time (must be able to work at least 6 hours per day at a minimum of 5 days per week. )
Do you love working with children and want to make a meaningful impact in their lives? Join the team at Children’s Friend as a Teacher Assistant, where you’ll help provide a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment for young learners in our Head Start, Early Head Start, Infant/Toddler and State Pre-K programs.
🧩 what you’ll do
- 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, supporting family engagement
- Participate in professional development, team meetings, and coaching sessions
- Support integration of services across home, classroom, and community settings
🧠what you bring
We’re hiring for multiple Teacher Assistant levels
- TA I: High school diploma or equivalent required. Starting at $16.00/hr.
- TA II: Child Development Associate (CDA) credential required. Starting at $16.50/hr.
- TA
- III: Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field) required. Starting at $16.50/hr.
Additional Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience with children or at-risk families preferred
- Basic computer skills for data entry and email
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and meet all medical and safety requirements
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Reliable transportation and valid driver's license preferred
🌱 why join children’s friend?
At Children’s Friend, we believe every child deserves a strong start. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your efforts matter every day.
đź”’ equal opportunity employer
We are committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at talent@cfsri.org.
- Children’s Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
- Medical Dental and Vision coverage
- Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan
- Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance
- Flex Spending Accounts
- 12 Holidays
- Competitive Vacation Benefits
- Training and Professional Development
- Education Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Life insurance
- Medical coverage
- Disability insurance
- Education assistance
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- Professional development
- Student loan repayment assistance
- 403(b) plan
- Vacation benefits
- Flex spending accounts
