Sakonnet Early Learning Center
School Age Teacher
Full Time • Tiverton
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Benefits:
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Join Our Team as a School Age Teacher (Afterschool Programs)
Location: Sakonnet Early Learning Center — Tiverton, RI
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM | Up to 40 hours/week
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM | Up to 40 hours/week
Create Memorable Moments and Meaningful Impact
Do you thrive on creativity, energy, and working with kids? Sakonnet Early Learning Center is seeking an enthusiastic School-Age Camp Teacher/Assistant to lead our engaging summer camp and after-school enrichment program. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, child-focused environment while building valuable experience in school-age and after-school education.
What You’ll Do
- Lead Activities: Plan and facilitate games, arts & crafts, science projects, and outdoor adventures that keep school-age children (ages 5–12) engaged and excited.
- Supervise & Support: Provide a structured, inclusive environment where children can learn, play, and grow—while assisting with homework and ensuring smooth transitions between activities.
- Promote Positive Behavior: Encourage teamwork, safety, and respect, guiding children toward positive social and emotional development.
- Collaborate & Communicate: Work closely with our teaching team and keep families informed about their child’s progress and experiences.
Who You Are
- High school diploma or equivalent (required).
- Experience in group settings with school-age children (camp, after-school, or youth programs preferred).
- Energetic, dependable, and enthusiastic about child development.
- A team player with a growth mindset and eagerness to learn.
- At least 18 years old with the ability to pass background checks.
Why Work at Sakonnet?
- Competitive Pay: $14.00 – $19.00 per hour (based on experience).
- Weekly Pay & Paid Time Off: Enjoy consistent paychecks and time to recharge.
- Generous Holidays: 12 paid holidays—including major federal and state-recognized days.
- Childcare Discounts: Up to 50% off for your own family.
- Career Development: Access professional training and paths for growth in early childhood and school-age education.
- Supportive Culture: Friendly team environment and a casual dress code (Jean Fridays!).
Ready to Make a Difference?
Whether you’re launching your childcare career or looking to spend your summer creating lasting memories with kids, we’d love to meet you. Apply today by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your passion for working with children.
Compensation: $14.00 - $19.00 per hour
The Association for Early Learning Leaders is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been serving directors, owners and administrators of early care and education programs since 1984. Our goal is to strengthen the knowledge, skills and abilities of directors, owners, emerging leaders and other early learning professionals to ensure quality programs for young children.
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.
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Excellent job outlook! - Childcare will always be needed and is a consistent and growing industry.
Consistent work schedules with minimum or no weekend work
Great job satisfaction and you get to learn new things every day! Working together, you help children to become their best selves, and they teach you in return.