What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Preschool Teacher position at Sakonnet Early Learning Center?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Job Title: Preschool Assistant Teacher (Pre-K)
Company: Sakonnet Early Learning Center
Location: Tiverton, RI
Type: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Shifts between 7:30 AM–5:30 PM | Up to 40 hrs/week
Compensation: $15.00–$19.00/hour (experience & credentials)
Company: Sakonnet Early Learning Center
Location: Tiverton, RI
Type: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Shifts between 7:30 AM–5:30 PM | Up to 40 hrs/week
Compensation: $15.00–$19.00/hour (experience & credentials)
About the Role
Help young learners thrive in a play-based, child-centered Pre-K classroom. As a Preschool Assistant Teacher, you’ll partner with a lead teacher to deliver hands-on learning, social-emotional development (SEL), and kindergarten readiness while maintaining a safe, inclusive environment. Ideal for aspiring educators seeking a career pathway in Early Childhood Education (ECE).
What You’ll Do
- Support daily instruction using developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) with centers, stories, art, and STEAM activities.
- Prepare materials, set up learning invitations, and help manage smooth daily transitions.
- Foster positive behavior through positive guidance/Conscious Discipline and strong routines.
- Observe and document developmental milestones; assist with portfolios and parent updates as directed.
- Uphold health, safety, and sanitation standards in alignment with state licensing and center policies.
- Maintain a welcoming, organized classroom; assist with supervision indoors/outdoors to meet ratios.
- Collaborate with teammates; float to classrooms as needed to support coverage.
What We’re Looking For
- A high school diploma/GED is required; CDA or ECE coursework is preferred.
- Experience working with groups of young children (childcare, camp, after-school, or preschool).
- Passion for child development, SEL, and inclusive practices; warm, patient, and professional.
- Strong communicator; reliable, collaborative, and eager to learn.
- 18 and able to pass background checks and all state onboarding requirements.
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CPR/First Aid and familiarity with Procare/Brightwheel are a plus (training provided).
Why You’ll Love Sakonnet
- Weekly pay, PTO, and 12 paid holidays
- Health insurance support & professional development
- Generous childcare discount
- Growth opportunities and coaching from experienced educators
- Exposure to Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Creative Curriculum, and innovative ECE approaches
Join Us
If you’re excited to build bright beginnings and support curious, creative learners, apply today to grow your ECE career with Sakonnet Early Learning Center in Tiverton, RI.
Salary : $15 - $19
