Head Start & Early Head Start Teacher Aide

Teacher Aide

CHILD, Inc. is seeking Teacher Aides for our Kent County Head Start/Early Head Start program. Teacher Aides work under the direct supervision and guidance of lead classroom teachers, assisting with instructional supports and routine duties.

Responsibilities:

• Follow philosophy, policies and procedures of CHILD, Inc.
• Demonstrate positivity, flexibility, punctuality and dependable attendance.
• Demonstrate respect for diverse family practices, languages, cultures and traditions.
• Demonstrate acceptance that children develop and learn at different paces, and support an inclusive learning environment.
• Assure for the health and safety of all children.
• Provide responsive, supportive and engaging interactions.
• Assist with break coverage as requested.
• Assist in a variety of classrooms with children birth to 5 years.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications:

• Highschool diploma or GED.
• Appropriate RIELDS certificate, or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• Valid RI driver’s license and an insured vehicle. Proof of insurance will be required.
• Basic keyboarding and basic computer skills highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Full individual health and dental coverage for full time employees. Family coverage is available through payroll deduction.
• Eligible to participate in CHILD, Inc.’s 403(b) Individual Supplemental Retirement Annuity Program.
• Group Retirement Annuity Plan with no required employee match.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
• Mileage Reimbursement

Starting Hourly Wage: Starts at $17.00 per hour.

Job Type: Full Year or School Year / Full Time or Part Time

Inquire about free childcare in state of RI.

Bilingual candidates strongly urged to apply.

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)