Full-Time SPED Paraprofessional: Behavior Support

Smithfield Police Department; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Public Schools Pleasant View Elementary in Smithfield, Rhode Island, seeks a Permanent Special Education Paraprofessional to support students starting with the 2026-2027 school year.

Core duties include assisting with instruction under the Director of Special Education, collecting student data, and implementing behavior intervention plans while ensuring safety and classroom management.

Qualifications

• Certification appropriate to paraprofessional role is required.
• U.S. citizenship, residency or work visa may be required per district policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with instructional activities and behavior plans.
• Assist in lifting up to 50 lbs as needed in classroom settings.
• Maintain and collect student data for progress monitoring.
• Participate in Safety Care Training as required.

Skills

Data collection

Behavior intervention plans

Safety Care Training

Education

Certification

Job description

Smithfield Public Schools Pleasant View Elementary in Smithfield, Rhode Island, seeks a Permanent Special Education Paraprofessional to support students starting with the 2026-2027 school year.

Core duties include assisting with instruction under the Director of Special Education, collecting student data, and implementing behavior intervention plans while ensuring safety and classroom management.