Special Education Paraprofessional

Smithfield; Smithfield, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield High School in Smithfield, Rhode Island seeks a Permanent Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year. Position is full-time and reports to the Director of Special Education. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and complete required trainings.

Certification is required; data collection and ability to implement behavior intervention plans are essential. The role operates within SATACE contractual representation and at the Smithfield High School campus.

Qualifications

• Appropriate certification required.
• Willingness to be trained in Safety Care Training is required or encouraged.
• Ability to collect student data and document observations.

Responsibilities

• Assist students under supervision of the Special Education Director.
• Implement individualized behavior plans as prescribed.
• Monitor student safety and assist with accommodations during instruction.
• Support classroom teachers with instructional routines and materials.

Skills

Data collection

Behavior intervention plans

Safety Care Training

Education

Appropriate certification required

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5894540
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 21, 2026

Job Description

Permanent Special Education Paraprofessional position available at Smithfield High School beginning with the 2026-2027 School Year.

QUALIFICATIONS

Appropriate certification required

REPORTS TO

Director of Special Education

REPRESENTATION STATUS

SATACE Contract

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be trained or willing to be trained in Safety Care Training.
• Ability to collect student data.
• Ability to implement behavior intervention plans.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Smithfield High School

Smithfield High School educates the town’s students from grades nine through twelve. Our graduates possess a common core of knowledge and skills and develop as lifelong learners, analytical thinkers, effective communicators, and productive members of the global community. Through an adaptive and challenging learning environment, the administration, faculty and staff strive to meet the needs of every student. In addition to traditional coursework, SHS offers seven Career and Technical Pathway programs that offer embedded workplace learning, certifications, and credentials that allow our students to excel in life after high school.At the heart of our educational community are Smithfield High School’s core values and beliefs. Our foundation lies in our core academic expectations, ensuring that each student is an effective communicator, a lifelong learner, a practical problem-solver, a responsible citizen, and an informed thinker. SHS works in conjunction with the family and community stakeholders to educate the whole child. Along with our strong academic curriculum and CTE Pathways, we provide various support services including mental specialists, behavioral health specialists, and guidance counselors. SHS also offers extensive extra-curricular sports teams, clubs and organizations. We are very proud of the formation and successful implementation of our Unified Basketball team, which partners SHS students with and without intellectual disabilities.Our primary focus is on creating an environment where students feel safe. We pride ourselves on building relationships with our students which in turn allows students to challenge themselves and meet with personal and academic success.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kristin Ward , Principal
• 90 Pleasant View Avenue
• Smithfield, Rhode Island 02917
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]