NurturEd Early Learning Center·East Greenwich, Rhode Island
The Lead Teacher will work with assistants to create a safe, nurturing environment while developing and implementing curriculum. They are responsible for engaging children in learning activities and partnering 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.
This is a full time opportunity.
Full time hours are typically 35 to 37 hours/week.
All employees are eligible for benefits at 30 hours/week.
A typical day for a Lead Teacher will include: Working alongside the Teacher Assistants 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.
Overseeing, developing, implementing, and coordinating 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 are willing to train the right person! Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience working with children in this age group. 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. Management / leadership skills Education Requirements College credits, Associate’s degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred. Minimum of High school diploma (or equivalent) with college credits in Early Childhood Education or related field required. We will train the right person and offer opportunities to gain a degree or college credits! Certifications/Experience At least 1 year working with children in this age group. At least 1 year working in an early learning/child care setting preferred. 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 21 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! 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
Preschool teacher openings in Rhode Island often draw candidates with early childhood coursework and experience working with young children, so roles can be competitive when schools need staff who can support classroom routines and family communication. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review fit faster without extra research. If you’re considering applying, confirm your college credits and experience with this age group before submitting.
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