RI Academic Paraprofessional (2026-27) Rhode Island

Achievement First; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 18,774 - 22,946; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate: $20.86

Full-time benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance

403(b) retirement plan with match

Paid family leave

Job summary

Achievement First invites applications for the full-time Paraprofessional role in Rhode Island. This position focuses on supporting student behavior and ensuring academic success through various initiatives. You will work collaboratively with teachers and administrators, maintaining high expectations and the REACH Values.

The Paraprofessional's responsibilities include developing behavior protocols, providing classroom support, and engaging with parents. The ideal candidate possesses strong classroom management skills and a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with a passing score on the ParaPro Exam.
• Or 60 earned college credits, AA or BA degree.
• RIDE Teaching Assistant Training Certificate required within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a behavior system for students temporarily removed from classes.
• Create growth plans and tracking charts for students needing additional support.
• Build rapport with students, checking in daily and communicating with parents.
• Provide administrative support at breakfast, lunch, and dismissal.
• Assist the Dean of School Culture with related work as required.

Skills

Strong instructional and classroom management skills

Unyielding commitment to student success

Team player who is highly organized

Education

High School Diploma or 60 earned college credits, AA or BA degree

Job description

Paraprofessional

Achievement First invites educators to apply for the full‑time Paraprofessional role. This position focuses on supporting student behavior and academic success through behavior systems, growth plans, and daily classroom assistance. The role includes working closely with teachers, administrators, and students to maintain high expectations and the REACH Values.

The Paraprofessional works full‑time with responsibilities such as creating behavior protocols, building rapport with students, providing classroom support during breakfast, lunch, and dismissal, attending professional development sessions, and collaborating with the Dean of School Culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a behavior system for students temporarily removed from classes.
• Create growth plans and tracking charts for students needing additional support.
• Build rapport with students, checking in daily and communicating with parents.
• Provide administrative support at breakfast, lunch, and dismissal.
• Attend all professional development sessions and staff meetings.
• Assist the Dean of School Culture with related work as required.
• Engage parents and families through regular communication.
• Reflect on successes, seek improvement, and receive feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a rigorous, joyful, and safe environment.
• Hold all students accountable during transitions, meals, trips, etc.

Skills and Characteristics

• Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
• Unyielding commitment to student, self, and school development.
• Relentless drive to ensure student success.
• Team player who is highly organized.
• Belief in Achievement First’s mission, REACH, and Core Values.
• Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, and a “roll‑up‑my‑sleeves” attitude.

Educational Background and Work Experience

Prior to hiring:

• High School Diploma with a passing score on the ParaPro Exam.
• Or 60 earned college credits, AA or BA degree.

Required, but may be obtained within 30 days of employment:

• RIDE Teaching Assistant Training Certificate.

Benefits

• Hourly rate: $20.86.
• Full‑time benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with match.
• Paid family leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Achievement First is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws.