Paraprofessional

Cumberland School Department; Cumberland (RI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland School Department in Cumberland, Rhode Island seeks a Paraprofessional for a one-year position. The role supports classroom teachers, assists with lunch/recess supervision, and helps students move within the building.

Candidate must hold Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional Certification and meet RI pre-employment training or higher education requirements; citizenship/residency or work visa required.

Qualifications

• Must have Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program approved by the RI Department of Education.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree with TA program coursework may satisfy requirements.
• Meet one of: ParaPro Assessment; two years of higher education; or an associates or higher degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom duties under supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assist and supervise students during lunch and recess.
• Assist students in moving to different locations within the school building (eg bathroom).
• Other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher, building administrator and/or Superintendent of Schools.

Skills

Teacher Assistant Certification

Education

Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program (RI)

Associates or Bachelors degree with TA coursework

Job description

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Paraprofessional - 1 Year Only

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5950356
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Must have Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional Certification.

• 1. Assist in classroom duties under the supervision of the classroom teacher
• 2. Assist and supervise students during lunch and recess
• 3. Assist students in moving to different locations within the school building (ie: bathroom)
• 4. Other duties as may be assigned by the classroom teacher, building administrator and/or the Superintendent of Schools.

Willingness to attend Professional development to enhance skills in this area as needed, willingness to be Safety Care trained and able to work cooperatively as a member of a classroom team of professionals. Knowledge of and experience with behavioral and emotional supports preferred.

Please provide a complete application.

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Cumberland School Department

Cumberland School Department is an outstanding public school system committed to rigorous academic learning outcomes for all of our students. In a nutshell, we believe that it is our responsibility to meet the needs of “100% of our students, 100% of the time.” One of our most effective strategies for meeting this high standard of excellence is to recruit and hire exceptional teaching, administrative and support professionals.The Town of Cumberland is a beautiful suburban community located in the northeast quadrant of Rhode Island. We serve a diverse student population of approximately 5,000 students in preschool through grade twelve in eight schools, including a comprehensive high school that has recently been transformed into a state-of-the-art learning facility through the generosity of our community. The Cumberland High School campus now includes a teaching area devoted to the Fine and Performing Arts, a Wellness Center, and a new Science and Technology Wing.Cumberland is recognized for many unique programs including a service-learning program, established in 1997, that is the cornerstone of our newly revised diploma system; the Dunn Literacy Initiative, a ground-breaking relationship with the Dunn Institute which provides professional development in reading to all elementary teachers; and a district-wide approach to the consistent implementation of school and classroom management known as Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). As a member of the Cumberland Public Schools, you will have an opportunity to take part in these exciting initiatives, and many more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Cumberland Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, color or disability in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. (An Equal Opportunity Afffirmative Action Employer)

Job Requirements

• Must have:
  Completion of a Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program approved by the RI Department of Education (RIDE).
  Those with an associates degree or bachelors degree AND who have completed coursework or other training consistent with the teacher assistant program standards. It is a district's decision whether coursework or other training is consistent with the teacher assistant program standards.
  AND
  Meet one (1) of the following requirements:
  Successfully pass the ParaPro Assessment. OR
  Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education OR
  Obtain an associates or higher degree.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Mindy Theroux , Human Resources Benefits Coordinator/Conf. Asst.
• 2602 Mendon Road
• Cumberland, Rhode Island 02864
• Phone: [phone] x320
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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