Preschool & After-School Program Assistant

Job overview

The Preschool & After-School Program Assistant role is onsite in Newport, RI. The posting lists pay of $19 per hour and a 40-hour workweek, with a Monday–Friday float schedule and hours varying between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. The role supports the Education Department’s preschool and after-school programs.

What you'll do

• Assist with preschool and after-school activities, support students in academic subjects, maintain classroom materials, and encourage participation, self-help, and good hygiene. Help children transition between home, school, and programs
• observe and share feedback about student behavior and abilities
• and follow center policies. Child/adult CPR and First Aid are required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

preschool

after-school program

program assistant

float position

childcare

academic support

newport ri

martin luther king community center

$19/hr

monday–friday

cpr and first aid

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical insurance subsidized by the employer at 85%, vision and dental, life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, Simple IRA match, PTO, holidays, and cell phone reimbursement.

Why this role

This is a float position that moves between preschool and after-school programs to provide coverage where needed. A high school diploma or GED, or equivalent education and experience, is accepted.

About the employer

Martin Luther King Community Center Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.