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A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
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+12% projected growth
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Location:
Woonsocket, RI - 02895
Job Type:
Full Time (30 Hours or More)
Posted:
07/31/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
SchoolSpring
Web Site:
www.schoolspring.com
Job #: 5863637
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BASIC PURPOSE
To provide for coverage absences of classroom staff
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide back-up support to assigned classrooms, rotating between centers / classrooms as necessary. Children range from 6 weeks to 5 years.
- Assist classroom staff implement the daily educational program for children.
- Encourage and foster open communication with parents
- Attend staff meetings, workshops, and other training sessions as requested by Head Teacher, to learn agency objectives and philosophy as well as specific job skills.
- Share information about children and families appropriately, always ensuring confidentiality.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform other related duties as requested by supervisor.