State PK Teacher Assistant

Bright Stars helps families in Rhode Island access QUALITY child care, early learning, and school-age programs. We help child care providers learn about best practices in early learning and apply them to the care children receive. We recognize program quality and give parents information to make choices about their children’s care and education.

Program Address:
546 Budlong Road
Cranston
Rhode Island
02920

The State Pre‑K Teacher Assistant supports the Lead Pre‑K Teacher in providing a high‑quality, developmentally appropriate early childhood education program for four‑year‑old students in accordance with state Pre‑K guidelines and district policies. The assistant works collaboratively to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment that promotes children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.

• Assist the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing daily instructional activities aligned with state Pre‑K standards.
• Support individualized and small‑group instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Supervise children to ensure a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Help prepare instructional materials, learning centers, and classroom displays.
• Assist with assessing student progress through observation and documentation.
• Foster positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Support classroom routines, transitions, and behavior management in accordance with program expectations.
• Participate in professional development, team meetings, and parent conferences as needed.
• Perform related duties such as maintaining records, cleaning up, and organizing supplies.

• Required:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or an associate degree in Early Childhood Education (as required by state regulations)
  • Experience working with young children in an educational setting
• Preferred:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
  • Knowledge of state Pre‑K curriculum standards and developmentally appropriate practices
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

Interested applicants should submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Three professional references
• Copies of credentials (CDA, transcripts, etc.)

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