TMS Teachers Assistant

Job Title

TMS Full Time Teachers Assistant (2 positions available)

Tiverton Middle School – Tiverton, Rhode Island

• Job : 5507338
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jan 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Full-time
• Job Categories: Instructional Support >
  Paraprofessional / IA

Teacher Assistant

To work with students with disabilities under the direction, supervision of certified personnel and to assist students in reaching their goals as indicated on their IEPs.

• Assist in implementing IEP goals.
• Carry out small group instruction and assist in one‑on‑one instruction as needed.
• Assist teachers and therapists in maintaining appropriate data and records.
• Support the continuous implementation of skills and goals associated with students’ OT, SLP and PT needs.
• Carry out and maintain computer skills and communication devices for students.
• Implement equipment, sensory, mobility, behavior plans and self‑care plans (toileting) per students’ needs – the physical ability to assist in lifting students for the purpose of positioning, changing, toileting, etc. is essential.

• Assist students with self‑help skills (grooming, toileting etc.).
• Assist students with mobility needs (may involve lifting, toileting, etc.).
• Assist with lifting and positioning students.
• Assist students in their environmental setting including the restroom.
• Accompany students to physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech etc.
• Observe and chart behavior.
• Give positive reinforcement and support.
• Provide close supervision for students with behavior problems.
• Assist in implementing the behavior plan as set up by the supervising teacher according to the IEP.
• Ability and willingness to work with students who have special needs and/or aggressive behaviors (i.e. biting, kicking, hitting, emotional outburst, etc.).
• Assist with data keeping and recording.
• Recognize the stages of an escalating crisis and intervene with evidence‑based techniques to appropriately de‑escalate.
• Supervise safe spots.

• Have a high school diploma.
• Completion of a Teacher Assistant Pre‑Employment Training Program approved by the RI Department of Education (RIDE). Two (2) exceptions to this particular qualification: a) Those with certification as a TA in another state; b) Those with an associate degree or bachelor's degree AND who have completed coursework or other training consistent with the teacher assistant program standards.
• Meet one (1) of the following requirements:
• Successfully passed the Para Pro Assessment.
• Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education.
• Obtain an associate or higher degree.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

To support Tiverton’s commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in education, the successful candidate will be selected from a diverse pool of candidates. Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity, diversity, and belonging.

• Andy Zitoli, Principal, Tiverton Middle School
• 10 Quintal Drive
• Tiverton, Rhode Island 02878
• Phone: 624-6668
• Email: azitoli