About this role
Job Title: Literacy Assistant Location: District- Anticipated Location: Dunns Corners & Springbrook Elementary Schools
Class Title: Regular - Non Exempt Effective Date: 08/25/2026
Salary Range: $23.46 Hours per week: Full Time
Job Summary: This position provides assistance to classroom teachers with literacy interventions and differentiation to students identified as having gaps in the area of reading/ literacy.
Responsibilities:
• Employ positive reinforcement techniques.
• Implement interventions to students.
• Motivate student learners.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, elementary reading teachers, and elementary curriculum leaders.
• Committed to collaboration with teachers and communicating.
• Establish/maintain frequent communications with parents/guardians.
• Proficiency in computer/technology skills.
• Willing and able to become a member of a collegial learning community.
• Perform related work as required.
Qualifications:
• Experience:
• Knowledgeable and skilled in providing differentiated learning strategies in the areas of literacy content and assessments.
• Knowledge of elementary foundations in literacy.
• Education:
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• A Bachelor's Degree from a recognized and accredited college or university preferred; Associate's Degree with paraprofessional training is acceptable.
• Certification & Licensing:
• Must meet the current RI Department of Education requirements and or certifications.
• Physical Requirements:
• Walk, climb stairs, bend and lift up to 45lbs.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must provide a current national background check without disqualifying results at time of hire.