On-Call Paraprofessional Substitute — Per Diem Classroom Support

Woonsocket Education Department; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Woonsocket Education Department in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, is seeking a Substitute Paraprofessional for per diem coverage. This on-call position supports classroom teachers and students in implementing individualized education plans.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED; TA certification is preferred. For long-term substitutes, an associate's degree or TA cert and passing Parapro/ParaPathways test are required. BCI fingerprinting is required at the applicant's cost.

Qualifications

• Must hold a high school diploma or GED.
• Teacher Assistant Certification preferred.
• For long-term substitute positions, associate's degree or TA cert & passing Parapro/ParaPathways Test Score.
• Experience working with school age children in an urban setting preferred.
• Clear BCI fingerprinting required (cost to applicant).
• Friendly, responsible, reliable, and enjoy teaching and working with school aged children.

Responsibilities

• Follows directions from the classroom teacher and acts as paraprofessional substitute.
• Incorporates educational objectives into ongoing activities.
• Facilitates generalization and maintenance of skills.
• Communicates with students' parents via a communication log.
• Schedules activities and presents subject matter using various methods.
• Assists students with lesson work and provides reinforcement.
• May assist with toileting and lifting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Teaching support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or TA certificate

Job description

Woonsocket Education Department in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, is seeking a Substitute Paraprofessional for per diem coverage. This on-call position supports classroom teachers and students in implementing individualized education plans.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED; TA certification is preferred. For long-term substitutes, an associate's degree or TA cert and passing Parapro/ParaPathways test are required. BCI fingerprinting is required at the applicant's cost.