Inclusion Support Paraprofessional for Inclusive Classrooms

Nuestro Mundo Public Charter School; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuestro Mundo Public Charter School in Providence, RI is seeking an Inclusion Teacher Assistant to support students with IEPs inside the general education classroom. You will work closely with general and special education teachers to ensure access to the curriculum and to promote positive academic and social-emotional development.

The ideal candidate is patient, organized, and collaborative, with strong communication skills and a commitment to inclusive education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in education or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with school-aged children, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students with diverse needs.
• Patience, flexibility, and a student-centered approach.
• Ability to follow instructional plans, implement accommodations, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to meet applicable state and school requirements for paraprofessionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and small-group support to students with IEPs within the general education classroom.
• Assist students in accessing grade-level curriculum through accommodations and instructional supports.
• Reinforce academic concepts and skills under the guidance of teachers.
• Support students with organization, task initiation, attention, and completion of classroom assignments.
• Encourage student independence and active participation in classroom activities.
• Implement classroom accommodations as outlined in students' IEPs, under the direction of teachers.
• Facilitate testing environments with accommodations as appropriate.
• Assist with modified materials and assignments as directed by the special education teacher.
• Ensure students have access to learning tools, visual supports, and classroom resources.
• Collaborate with teachers and service providers to support student needs.
• Communicate student progress and observations to staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Coursework in education or related field

Job description

Nuestro Mundo Public Charter School in Providence, RI is seeking an Inclusion Teacher Assistant to support students with IEPs inside the general education classroom. You will work closely with general and special education teachers to ensure access to the curriculum and to promote positive academic and social-emotional development.

The ideal candidate is patient, organized, and collaborative, with strong communication skills and a commitment to inclusive education.