Ranger School Full Time Special Education Teacher Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Tiverton (RI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiverton Public Schools Ranger School in Tiverton, Rhode Island, is seeking a full-time Teacher Assistant to support students with disabilities under certified staff supervision. The role focuses on implementing IEP goals, assisting with small group and one-on-one instruction, and maintaining data and records to track progress.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience, a High School/Trade School degree, and the ability to work with students who may exhibit challenging

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing IEP goals.
• Carry out small group and one-on-one instruction as needed.
• Assist teachers and therapists with data and records.
• Support OT, SLP and PT goals.
• Maintain computer skills and communication devices for students.
• Observe and chart behavior and provide positive reinforcement.
• Assist in implementing the behavior plan as set by the supervising teacher.

Skills

IEP goals implementation

Data/records keeping

Positive reinforcement

Behavior management

Education

High School/Trade School degree

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Ranger School Full Time Special Education Teacher Assistant

Tiverton Public Schools Ranger School - Tiverton, Rhode Island

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5839359

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Teacher Assistant

To work with students with disabilities under the direction, supervision of certified personnel and to assist students in reaching their goals as indicated on their IEPs.

Under Direction of Special Education Teacher:

• Assist in implementing IEP goals.
• Carry out small group instruction and assist in one‑on‑one instruction as needed.
• Assist teachers and therapists in maintaining appropriate data and records.
• Support the continuous implementation of skills and goals associated with students’ OT, SLP and PT needs.
• Carry out and maintain computer skills and communication devices for students.

Position Type: Full‑time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Assist students with self‑help skills (grooming, toileting, etc.)
  • Assist students with mobility needs (may involve lifting, toileting, etc.)
  • Assist with lifting and positioning students
  • Assist students in their environmental setting including the restroom
  • Accompany students to physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, etc.
  • Observe and chart behavior.
  • Give positive reinforcement and support.
  • Provide close supervision for students with behavior problems.
  • Assist in implementing the behavior plan as set up by the supervising teacher according to the IEP.
  • Ability and willingness to work with students who have special needs and/or aggressive behaviors (e.g., biting, kicking, hitting, emotional outburst, etc.).
  • Assist with data keeping and recording.
  • Recognize the stages of an escalating crisis and intervene with evidence‑based techniques to appropriately de‑escalate.
  • Supervise safe spots.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Sarah Kraeger, Assist Superintendent of Students
• 100 N. Brayton Road - Rear
• Tiverton, Rhode Island 02878
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]