Food Service Worker & Teacher Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Learn. Teach. Repeat. Be the Team. Deliver Excellence. We strive to be leaders in providing an educational and nurturing environment.  Full time hours are typically 35 to 37 hours/week. All employees are eligible for benefits at 30 hours/week. 

A typical day for a Teacher's Assistant will include:

• Working alongside the Lead Teacher to create a safe, healthy, structured, and nurturing environment. 
• Engaging with children in learning - reading, playing, and having fun!
• Inspiring children to be lifelong learners. 
• Partnering with families to nurture and care for their children. 
• Showcasing your tech savvy skills by using an electronic daily tracking app. 
• Assisting with the accreditation process as well as other quality initiatives. 
• Implementing curriculum and assessments.

A typical day for a Food Service Worker will include:

· Order, inventory food stock and supplies for meals

· Prepare meals and snacks on a daily basis

· Comply with safe food handling guidelines

· Assist in the creation of a safe, healthy, structured and nurturing environment

· Communicate positively with parents

· Attend meetings and trainings

· Assist with the accreditation process as well as other quality initiatives

· Other duties may be assigned as necessary

 

 

Why you'll love us: 

We invite you to join our growing community of teachers and hope you'll find a rewarding and fulfilling career at with us.  We offer the following perks and benefits:

· Paid Time Off

· 401k

· 13 Paid Holidays

· Child Care Discounts

· College Tuition Reimbursement

· Medical (Healthcare Benefits), Dental, Vision

· Flexible Spending Account

· Training/Professional Development opportunities

We have full time positions or part time positions (with flexible schedules available).  

Our learning centers are open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. We have locations across Rhode Island 

Requirements:

We are willing to train the right person! 

Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience working with children.  

We are looking for someone who has the following skills:   

· A personal demeanor that is warm and friendly.     

· Verbal and written communication skills, including grammar and reading skills.    

· Reliable attendance and punctuality.    

· Organized and able to prioritize and multi-task.    

· Team-oriented and willing to work with others. 

Education Requirements   

· High school diploma (or equivalent) or higher.

· Safe Serve Certification (state licensed) preferred      

· CPR/First Aid certification preferred. 

Physical Requirements    

· Able to engage in physical exercise with children (walking, running, crawling, bending, twisting).

· Visual and hearing acuity.     

· Able to lift up to 40 pounds. 

Other Qualifications    

• 18 years of age or older (Teen Aide positions are available for applicants 16-18 years of age).     
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English, bilingual encouraged to apply.     
• Must pass national criminal background/fingerprints check.     
• Must pass Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) Clearance Request (CPS). 

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At EdCentral, we work as a team with EnhancEd, EnrichEd, and NurturEd - the new names for Therapeutic Child Care Services, Kids Klub, and Dr. Day Care.