About this role
Must have Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional Certification. The Cumberland School Department is seeking personnel to work with our students. The job will involve the following duties/responsibilities: 1. Assist in classroom duties under the supervision of the classroom teacher 2. Assist and supervise students during lunch and recess 3. Assist students in moving to different locations within the school building (ie: bathroom) 4. Other duties as may be assigned by the classroom teacher, building administrator and/or the Superintendent of Schools. Willingness to attend Professional development to enhance skills in this area as needed, willingness to be Safety Care trained and able to work cooperatively as a member of a classroom team of professionals. Knowledge of and experience with behavioral and emotional supports preferred. Please provide a complete application.
Must have: Completion of a Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program approved by the RI Department of Education (RIDE). Those with an associates degree or bachelors degree AND who have completed coursework or other training consistent with the teacher assistant program standards. It is a district's decision whether coursework or other training is consistent with the teacher assistant program standards. AND Meet one (1) of the following requirements: Successfully pass the ParaPro Assessment. OR Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education OR Obtain an associates or higher degree.