Lead Teacher

🍎 We're Hiring: Lead Teachers! Opening Shift Available! Location: 12 Carter Street, Providence, RI Reports To: Child Development SupervisorEmployment Type: Full-Time (Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm)Salary Range: $46,206.00-$57,000/yr Are you passionate about shaping young minds and building a foundation for lifelong learning? Do you thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment? At Children’s Friend, we are seeking a flexible and enthusiastic float teacher to provide classroom coverage and instructional support across multiple classrooms and sites.

🌟 What You'll Do:

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum based on best practices
• Ensure compliance with DCYF and Head Start Education Performance Standards
• Maintain records on children’s emotional, physical, social, and intellectual development
• Collaborate closely with staff and consultants to support the unique needs of each child
• Conduct family conferences and home visits to support family engagement
• Supervise and mentor classroom staff, providing guidance and reflective support
• Act as a mentor to new Lead Teachers, modeling best practices in early childhood education
• As a float teacher, you will play a key role in maintaining consistency in learning while covering for teacher absences, supporting classroom routines, and assisting with instructional delivery throughout the schools.

📚 What You Bring:

• Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development(Related degrees may be considered)
• RIDE Certification preferred
• Minimum of 30 hours of ongoing annual training (including RIELDS 2)
• Ability to organize and implement engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships with diverse families
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs., travel between sites, and meet medical/immunization requirements
• CPR and First Aid certified (or willing to obtain)
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance for mileage reimbursement as this position will require travel to our different sites.
• This is a full-time position that provides daily classroom coverage as assigned. Assignments may include short-term coverage, co-teaching, intervention support, or helping during peak instructional periods.

🤝 Why Children’s Friend? We foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and respect, and we believe in empowering our staff with the tools and support they need to succeed. As a Lead Teacher, you’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment where your voice and contributions truly matter. 🛡️ Equal Opportunity Employer We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact us at talent@cfsri.org.

Children’s Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Competitive salaries with starting rates at a minimum of $46,206.00/yr.
• Medical Dental and Vision coverage
• Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan
• Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 12 Holidays
• Competitive Vacation Benefits
• Training and Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance