1:1 Teaching Assistant – Student Support & Growth

South Kingstown Public Schools; West Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

South Kingstown Public Schools in West Kingston, Rhode Island, seeks a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated instructional and behavioral support to a student with disabilities under the supervision of certified staff.

The role emphasizes creating a safe, engaging learning environment, maintaining records, and collaborating with the school team to meet the student’s needs. Immediate start date; district provides professional development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or Associate’s Degree or higher.
• Certificate required: ParaPro assessment, or two years of college, or completion of RI Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program, or Associate’s Degree or higher.
• Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the knowledge, abilities and skills to perform the job may be considered.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 instructional, physical, social-emotional and other direct support to a student with disabilities under supervision of certified staff.
• Assist in implementing plans and programs related to the student’s academic or specialized area.
• Supervise the student in the classroom and on school grounds; reinforce subjects in small groups or individually.
• Work with staff to create an educational environment meeting the student’s needs.
• Data collection to monitor student growth and skill development.
• Provide support during crises and de-escalation as directed.
• Assist with daily living tasks and personal care needs for the student.
• Provide job coaching for students age 14+ in community placements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administrator and participate in district PD.
• Follow Behavior Intervention Plans and Health Care Plans where applicable.
• Reinforce classroom rules and learning environment; encourage appropriate behavior.
• Assist teachers with supervision and learning activities.
• Maintain SafetyCares certification.
• Complete Medicaid logs as directed.
• Take initiative and work as a collegial partner with professionals.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree or higher

Job description

South Kingstown Public Schools in West Kingston, Rhode Island, seeks a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated instructional and behavioral support to a student with disabilities under the supervision of certified staff.

The role emphasizes creating a safe, engaging learning environment, maintaining records, and collaborating with the school team to meet the student’s needs. Immediate start date; district provides professional development.