Inclusive Education Assistant: Belonging & Growth

Hope Academy; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope Academy is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant to support a culturally responsive classroom environment and student learning. The role involves assisting the teacher in planning and implementing the curriculum, supporting individual and small group instruction, and maintaining essential records.

Responsibilities include reinforcing positive behavior, assisting with IEP goals, and helping with student self-care needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of RI Department of Education Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program and passage of the ParaPro Assessment.
• Exceptions: Certification as a Teacher Assistant in another state.
• Associate or bachelor's degree may satisfy the requirement.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in creating an intentionally culturally responsive learning environment for all students and families.
• Provide individual and small group instruction with a socially conscious lens under teacher supervision.
• Assist with planning, preparing and implementing the curriculum as adopted by Hope Academy.
• Maintain attendance, progress monitoring data, and other records as required.
• Demonstrate culturally informed discipline and redirect to affirm all students, especially students of color.
• Support student self-care needs and assist with mobility and therapy-related tasks when needed.
• Supervise students during activities and in-class transitions; support emotional, social, and cognitive growth.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and participate in drills and emergencies as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program approved by RI Department of Education and ParaPro Assessment

Job description

Hope Academy is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant to support a culturally responsive classroom environment and student learning. The role involves assisting the teacher in planning and implementing the curriculum, supporting individual and small group instruction, and maintaining essential records.

Responsibilities include reinforcing positive behavior, assisting with IEP goals, and helping with student self-care needs.