4 Hour Teacher Assistant

Middletown Public Schools; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Middletown Public Schools is seeking a part-time 4 Hour Teacher Assistant at Aquidneck Elementary School in Middletown, Rhode Island. Starting date Aug 26, 2026, with application posted until filled.

Requirements include a high school diploma (associate degree preferred) and the ability to work with teachers and students in a supportive instructional role. Responsibilities include assisting teachers, maintaining a positive learning environment, and interacting professionally with staff, parents,

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred or high school diploma required.
• Demonstrate literacy and communication skills for working with teachers and students.
• Complete a training program approved by Rhode Island DOE or equivalent certification within three months.
• Knowledge of health, safety and emergency procedures in classroom settings.
• Ability to interact effectively with staff, parents, students and others.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers and participate in instructional opportunities.
• Support a positive learning environment and student behavior standards.
• Interact with staff, parents and students to facilitate daily activities.

Skills

Literacy skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Adaptability

Team player

Enthusiasm

Ability to work with minimal supervise

Education

Associate Degree

High School diploma

Job description

Middletown Public Schools Aquidneck Elementary School - Middletown, Rhode Island

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4 Hour Teacher Assistant

Middletown Public Schools Aquidneck Elementary School - Middletown, Rhode Island

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5894993

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Associate Degree (preferred) or High School diploma.
• 2. Demonstrate literacy skills necessary to work with teachers and students.
• 3. Complete a training program approved by Rhode Island Department of Education within three months of employment or similar certification from another state.
• 4. Requirements per No Child Left Behind.
• 5. Knowledge of health, safety and emergency procedures of the learning environment.
• 6. Support teachers by participating in instructional opportunities.
• 7. Support a learning environment that encourages appropriate standards of behavior and positive social interaction for students.
• 8. Interact effectively with staff, parents, students and persons outside of the school system.
• 9. Demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.
• 10. Demonstrate skills in computer literacy.
• 11. Work with minimum supervision.
• 12. Ability to adapt to unexpected interruptions of the daily work pattern.
• 13. Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to team efforts and organizational efforts.
• 14. Positive attitude.
• 15. Successful interview.
• 16. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Screening Committee may find appropriate.

Job Requirements

• State of Rhode Island Teacher Assistant Requirements
  https://ride.ri.gov/teachers-administrators/other-tools-information/teacher-assistants
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Erica Bulk
• 70 Reservoir Road
• Middletown, Rhode Island 02842
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]