Teacher Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

• We're Hiring : Teacher Assistants- Both Part Time and Full Time Positions available!

Location : Providence, RI, Pawtucket, RI, Central Falls, RI (please note : you may be placed at any of our sites that have openings or be expected to float to other sites)

Reports To : Child Development Supervisor

Employment Type : Full-Time (9-5 : 30pm) AND Part-Time (12pm-5 : 30pm)

Do you love working with children and want to make a meaningful impact in their lives? Join the team at Children’s Friend as a Teacher Assistant , where you’ll help provide a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment for young learners in our Head Start, Early Head Start, Infant / Toddler and State Pre-K programs.

Assist the classroom teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum

Support children’s learning and development through active engagement and guidance

Conduct daily health observations and maintain accurate child progress documentation

Help create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for children and families

Attend parent-teacher conferences and home visits, supporting family engagement

Participate in professional development, team meetings, and coaching sessions

Support integration of services across home, classroom, and community settings

We’re hiring for multiple Teacher Assistant levels :

TA I : High school diploma or equivalent required. Starting at $15.20 / hr.

TA II : Child Development Associate (CDA) credential required. Starting at $15.70 / hr.

TA III : Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field) required. Starting at $16.46 / hr.

Additional Qualifications :

1–3 years of experience with children or at-risk families preferred

Basic computer skills for data entry and email

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and meet all medical and safety requirements

Bilingual (English / Spanish) preferred

Reliable transportation and valid driver's license preferred

At Children’s Friend, we believe every child deserves a strong start. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your efforts matter every day.

We are committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at talent@cfsri.org .

Children’s Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following :