What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Pre-K Teacher's Assistant position at Dr. Day Care?

Job Description

Description :

This is a temporary position

Projected time would be end of January until mid June

This is a full time position that is Mon-Fri from 8 : 30-3pm. Potential for up to 40 hours

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.drdaycare.com / careers

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 ( which is at least 12 college credits in Early Childhood Education ), 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.

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!

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