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Application Procedure The Scituate School Department actively seeks applications from the most capable, professional candidates. Please apply through SchoolSpring.com. To be considered, you must submit a complete SchoolSpring application. Incomplete SchoolSpring applications will not be considered. If selected for hire, you will be required to provide the following items in person: 1. W-4 2. Federal BCI (Done through your local police department or State Attorney General's Office) 3. I-9 (Must be filled out in person). Please bring appropriate documentation. About Scituate, Rhode Island Nestled in northwestern Rhode Island, just 12 miles west of Providence, Scituate is a scenic, historic town of about 10,300 residents. It is known for its rolling woodlands, pristine lakes and reservoirs, classic New England charm, and the Scituate Reservoir, Rhode Island’s largest source of drinking water. The community maintains a close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere that balances rural tranquility with easy access to nearby cultural and economic opportunities and takes pride in its heritage, natural beauty, and high-quality schools. More About the Scituate School Department The Scituate School Department is a public school district serving approximately 1,200 students across five schools: three elementary schools (Clayville, Hope, and North Scituate Elementary Schools, PreK–5), Scituate Middle School (grades 6–8), and Scituate High School (grades 9–12). Our dedicated educators, support staff, and administrators work as a professional learning community, sharing responsibility to ensure that every student is engaged, challenged, and supported in reaching their full potential. With about 150 certified and non-certified staff members, Scituate’s schools provide a personalized educational experience that emphasizes academic excellence, innovation, and strong community connections. We are committed to college and career readiness, social-emotional well-being, inclusive learning environments, and close partnerships with families and the wider community. For additional information, please visit www.scituateschoolsri.net. We invite you to explore our schools, meet our learning community, and discover why Scituate is such a special place to work and learn. Position Summary Job Summary:Primary responsibility is to assist students with academic work in regular classrooms. Responsibilities: Perform under teacher's supervision and direction in all areas of school activities and instruction. He/she shall be expected to: Follow the teacher's direction in maintaining classroom structure and behavioral control. Assist the teacher in academic instruction. Assist in processing and correcting student assignments. Supervise students during teacher's planning periods, MTSS/ET, IEP meetings, or during any short term absence from the classroom during the school day. Supervise students before school, during recess, during lunch periods, and at dismissal. Administer the school rules and regulations governing student behavior. Perform any and all/other related duties assigned by the building principal. Equal Employment Opportunity The Scituate School Department does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, national origin, color, creed, political affiliation, or disability in any of its educational programs, activities, or employment practices. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact: Equal Employment Officer P.O. Box 188, North Scituate, RI 02857 Phone: (401) 647-4100 Email: [email protected] Inquiries may also be directed to: Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education (Boston Office) 5 Post Office Square, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02109-3921 Phone: (617) 289-0111 Fax: (617) 289-0150 Email: [email protected] M-F 10 to 2
Qualifications Selected candidate will be required to have a current BCI with fingerprinting. Bachelor's degree or Para Pro certification or Associate's Degree or higher with completed coursework evidencing Reading, Writing and Math Skills. Teacher Assistant certification preferred Safety Care Training preferred At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Annual Requirements:General Education Paraprofessionals shall be evaluated every two years by the school principal, or more frequently, as per Article 21 Specialized Qualifications:As required by the R. I. Department of Education and Article 7. Length of Employment: School Year Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the building principal. COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Strong oral and written communications skills. The capability of responding simultaneously to a variety of needs for students and staff while maintaining a high degree of sensitivity to individual needs. INTERPERSONAL AND PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS: Ability to interact with students and staff in a professional manner. Ability to effectively handle issues utilizing a personable problem solving approach. TEAM BASED SKILLS: Capable of working collegially with all levels of administration and staff. PLANNING SKILLS: Ability to prioritize the needs and requests of students and teachers within the school setting and respond in a professional and efficient manner. TECHNICAL SKILLS: Demonstrated proficiency in essential compute applications as required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing this job the employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance as necessary.