Teacher's Assistant
Dr. Day Care·Smithfield, Rhode Island
Dr. Day Care·Smithfield, Rhode Island
Collaborate with the Lead Teacher to maintain a safe, nurturing environment and engage children in learning activities. Implement curriculum, conduct assessments, and partner with families to support child development.
Description 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 Teacher's Assistant will include: Working alongside the Lead Teacher to create a safe, healthy, structured, and nurturing environment.
Engaging with children in learning - reading, playing, and having fun!
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.
Implementing curriculum and assessments.
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.nurturedelc.com/careers Our learning centers are open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday.
We have locations across Rhode Island.
We have full time positions or part time positions (with flexible schedules available).
Benefits vary for full time / part time positions.
We are willing to train the right person! Our ideal candidate will have experience working with children. We are looking for someone who has the following skills: A personal demeanor that is warm and friendly. Verbal and written communication skills. Reliable attendance and punctuality. Organized and able to prioritize and multi-task. Team-oriented and willing to work with others. Education Requirements High school diploma (or equivalent) or higher. 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 (Teen Aide positions are available for applicants 16-18 years of age). 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! Having technical issues with your application? Contact us at HR@edcentralri.com At EdCentral, we work as a team with EnhancEd, EnrichEd, and NurturEd - the new names for Therapeutic Child Care Services, Kids Klub, and Dr. Day Care.
Market context
Teacher’s assistant roles in Rhode Island often draw steady interest because schools need dependable support staff who can work closely with students and classroom teachers. This role is competitive for candidates with child-care or school experience, strong references, and the ability to clear background and DCYF checks; the listed benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and a 401(k) match. If you’re considering applying, confirm your documentation and clearance readiness early, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.
