Teacher Assistant - SUBSTITUTES

Pawtucket School Department
Pawtucket, Rhode Island

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board.

Job : 5384487

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Feb 26, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Core Qualifications for ALL Teacher Assistants:

• Be of good character.
• Hold a high school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED).
• MEET Rhode Island TEACHER ASSISTANT requirements: an Associate’s Degree or beyond in any area, OR two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 college credits), OR meet the standard of performance set by the State of Rhode Island on the Para Pro Test, AND complete a State of Rhode Island Approved TEACHER ASSISTANT TRAINING COURSE.
• Demonstrated aptitude for working with a special needs population through evidence of the individual’s ability to perform the responsibilities listed below related to the teacher assistant position for which they are applying.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or their designee in order to meet the specific needs of the Pawtucket School District and its students.
• Must hold and maintain CPI certification.

This job description applies to Teacher Assistants in the following assignments:

• In a special education Early Learning classroom (Pre-kindergarten – 2nd grade), including teacher assistants in inclusive models.
• Work with students with significant intellectual impairments and/or needs related to autism spectrum disorders.
• In a community-based setting (e.g., a job coach, assisting student in learning daily living skills) serving students with transition goals (ages 14-21).
• Work with students who are medically fragile and/or multi-handicapped.
• Work with students with behaviors that interfere with learning and/or relationships.
• Work with students who are English language Learners.
• Support multiple classrooms including any other assignments above.

Reports To:

• Principal or their designee.
• Teacher instructing assigned classroom.
• Instructional Team (IEP, Section 504, MTSS/RTI, or ELL).

Job Goal: To work as part of an Instructional Team along with teachers and related services personnel in assisting in the implementation and data collection of program activities to ensure high levels of learning and performance for identified students.

These responsibilities are based on the RI Program Standards for Teacher Assistants and apply equally to all instructional settings in the Pawtucket School District.

RI Program Standard 1:
Professionalism and Collaboration

• Exhibit an understanding of the different programs in your learning environment and the distinctions among the roles and responsibilities of relevant professional and paraprofessional personnel throughout the year.
• Demonstrate an understanding of school policies and procedures.
• Exhibit attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, and dependability.
• Use a cooperative approach by working as an effective team member.
• Respect confidentiality and other professional ethics.
• Exhibit sensitivity and understanding of individual and cultural differences.
• Provide an appropriate role model for students in areas of dress, language, and behavior.
• Use effective communication skills with students, colleagues, families and related agencies to plan with team members, review student needs and concerns, and report student performance.
• Select and use the appropriate channels for resolving concerns.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the legal and human rights of students and their families.
• Engage in planning for communication and collaboration.
• Share professional strategies, techniques, and materials within the school or district.
• Participate in ongoing professional development specific to classroom needs.
• Provide/receive information from school personnel and related agencies through the teacher assistant’s supervisor to related programs and personnel such as school nurse, school psychologist, Office of Rehabilitation (ORS), Probation Officer, student employers, and mental health counselors.
• Assist the teacher in communicating with parents of students via phone calls,…