PreK Teacher ages 4 & 5

DW Bridges is Hiring a Preschool Assistant Teacher – Pre-K (Ages 4–5)!

Location: Tiverton, RI
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $16.50 – $20.00 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Setting: On-Site

Overview

Sakonnet Early Learning Center is seeking a caring and motivated Preschool Assistant Teacher to support our Pre-K (ages 4–5) classroom. For over 40 years, we have proudly served the Tiverton community by providing high-quality early childhood education focused on play-based learning, school readiness, and social-emotional growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for early childhood professionals looking for a supportive, growth-oriented environment where collaboration and child-centered learning are at the core of everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher with daily instruction and classroom activities
• Support literacy, math, science, STEM/STEAM, art, sensory play, and hands-on exploration
• Help implement Creative Curriculum lesson plans and thematic units
• Set up and maintain classroom learning centers and materials
• Promote positive behavior, social-emotional development, and cooperative play
• Observe children’s developmental progress and assist with documentation
• Communicate with families using digital parent engagement platforms (training provided)
• Maintain a safe, organized classroom in compliance with RIDHS child care licensing standards
• Supervise children indoors and outdoors while maintaining required ratios
• Provide classroom coverage and float between rooms as needed
• Participate in team meetings, training, and professional development

Must Have Criteria

• High school diploma or GED required
• CDA, RIELDS coursework, or early childhood education training preferred
• Experience working with preschool-age children in a child care center, preschool, camp, or similar setting
• Strong teamwork, communication, and classroom support skills
• Patient, dependable, and enthusiastic about play-based and child-centered learning
• Comfort using digital parent communication platforms is a plus
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Nice to Have

• Reliable Transportation
• Flexibility