Paraprofessional- Providence Public Schools

Pediatric Developmental Services; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Job summary

A pediatric support organization in Cranston, RI, seeks a full-time Paraeducator. The role involves supporting classroom policies, tutoring students, and assisting teachers. Applicants must have a valid Para Pro certification. This position offers a competitive salary and a benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, along with an IRA with company matching. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, patience, and problem-solving abilities. Join us to help students reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Para Pro certification or be eligible to receive one during onboarding.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient and willing to problem solve to connect with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain classroom policies.
• Tutor individual students as directed by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher with supplies.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to students.
• Confer with teachers regarding students' needs.
• Participate in meetings and training programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Patience

Education

Valid Para Pro certification

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking to hire a full-time Paraeducator. Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? If so, this may be the position for you!

This teaching position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching

Requirements

• Must have a valid Para Pro certification or eligible/able to receive one during onboarding

Paraeducator Responsibilities

• Support and maintain classroom policies.
• Tutor individual students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Provide support to the teacher by distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

Do you have strong communication skills? Are you self‑motivated? Are you patient and willing to problem solve? Can you easily connect with children and their parents? If so, you may be perfect for this position!

If you feel that would be right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers & pediatric therapists, including speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win‑win initiatives for all. From speech‑language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

We know that every one of our employees is essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.