Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant

Regular Full-Time 37.5 Service Workers, Central Falls, RI, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $16.00 – $17.00 hourly

Providence, RI;
Pawtucket, RI;
Central Falls, RI (you may be placed at any of our sites that have openings or be expected to float to other sites)

Child Development Supervisor

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.

• 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

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; meet all medical and safety requirements
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license preferred

• 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

We are committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at talent.