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)

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.

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.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Association for Early Learning Leaders.