About this role
Teacher Assistant, full time. Assignment for 2026-2027 - Middle School one-on-one Teacher Assistant All Teacher Assistants: General Duties: This position requires work of an instructional nature in a classroom setting with individuals and/or small groups of students, some of whom may have mental, physical and/or emotional disabilities. Responsibilities: The primary duty of the Teacher Assistant is to assist in student learning and behavior management by carrying out duties deemed necessary by the immediate Supervisor or Administrator including: working with small groups of children with special needs; facilitating behavior intervention plans; assisting in the academic support in one on one and small group situations to support and facilitate learning. Work involves the development of an effective relationship with children having special needs. Maintain accurate records. Reproduce and maintain files of learning materials for use in the classroom. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to work with students and educators in a sensitive and effective manner. Learn assigned duties readily and adhere to prescribed classroom procedure. Perform related work as required. Carry out duties deemed necessary by the immediate Administrator or Supervisor such as: lunch/recess duty; reasonable classroom coverage; small group work with children; inventories; correcting papers; assist in carrying out PT/OT programs under the supervision of licensed therapists (when necessary). Performs other duties as assigned by the building administrator.
QUALIFICATIONS: You are eligible to work as a Teacher Assistant if you --- 1) Hold a Bachelor's Degree 2) Have a Certificate of Completion of an approved RI Dept. of Education Teacher Assistant Training Program, (the training may be waived by the superintendent based on previous experience working with children) OR You are also eligible to work as Teacher Assistant if you-- 1) Hold an Associate Degree or 48 College Credits. 2) Or have a high school diploma/GED and a passing score of 461 on the Para Pro Test AND 3) Have a Certificate of Completion of an approved RI Dept of Education Teacher Assistant Training Program, (the training may be waived by the superintendent based on previous experience working with children) Other requirements: (including but not limited to): Experience with special needs children preferred; Ability to work as a team; Be of good character; Ability to work with children and to be patient, understanding, and effective in meeting their needs. Ability to work with team members/educators to accomplish common educational, social emotional, and behavioral goals.