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Teacher's Assistant

Dr. Day Care
Providence, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/19/2026 CLOSED ON 2/14/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher's Assistant position at Dr. Day Care?

Job Type

Full-time

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.drdaycare.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.

Requirements

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@drdaycare.com

Salary Description

$16 an hour

Salary : $16

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