East Bay Community Action Program·Newport, Rhode Island
The Co-Teacher will partner with the lead teacher to design and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for infants and toddlers. They are also responsible for building meaningful relationships with families through home visits, conferences, and community recruitment efforts.
Description Shape Tiny Lives, Build Bright Futures: Early Head Start Co-Teacher Make Every Day Matter in a Child's Critical First Years
Are you passionate about nurturing the potential in every child? Do you light up when a toddler says their first word or takes their first independent steps? EBCAP's Early Head Start program is seeking a dedicated Co-Teacher to join our mission of providing high-quality early learning experiences that change the trajectory of children's lives.
Why This Role Matters The first three years of life are the most critical period for brain development. As an Early Head Start Co-Teacher, you won't just be teaching—you'll be building the foundation for every child's future success. You'll create nurturing, joyful learning environments where infants and toddlers discover their world, develop confidence, and build relationships that last a lifetime.
About the
Key Responsibilities Create Magic in the Classroom (45% of your time) Partner with your lead teacher to design engaging learning experiences that spark curiosity and wonder Help little ones discover language, early literacy, math, science, and social studies through play and exploration Maintain a classroom that meets the highest quality standards (CLASS and ECERS/ITERS) Ensure every child feels safe, valued, and excited to learn Support children's social-emotional growth using positive guidance techniques Partner with Families (35% of your time) Build meaningful relationships with families through home visits and conferences Empower parents as their child's first teacher Create bridges between home and school that strengthen children's learning Conduct two home visits and two family conferences per child each year Participate in community recruitment events (some evenings/weekends) Grow as an Educator (20% of your time) Collaborate with a supportive teaching team Pursue ongoing professional development (minimum 20 hours annually) Mentor teacher assistants and volunteers Work alongside specialists to support all children's needs Participate in Kids Connect therapeutic integration when applicable
RI Department of Education teacher certification in Early Childhood Education, OR Bachelor's or Associate's degree in ECE with 3 months supervised teaching experience, OR Bachelor's or Associate's in a related field with infant/toddler classroom
We believe in taking care of the people who care for our children. Full-time positions (30-40 hours/week) include:
Join us in our mission to give every child the best possible start in life. Your passion and dedication can help build a stronger, brighter future—one tiny hand at a time.
Candidates must hold an RI Department of Education teacher certification in Early Childhood Education, or a Bachelor's/Associate's degree in ECE or a related field. A minimum of one year of experience working with infants and toddlers in a licensed childcare or Head Start setting is required.
Market context
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