Special Education Teachers Aide - Ranger School

Ranger School; Tiverton (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ranger School in Tiverton, RI seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher's Aide to support students with disabilities under the supervision of certified staff.

You will assist with IEP goals, small group and one‑on‑one instruction, collect data, help with OT/SLP/PT activities, and promote safe, supportive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Assist with self-help skills (grooming, toileting).
• Assist mobility needs; may involve lifting.
• Assist with lifting and positioning students.
• Assist in restroom and classroom environment.
• Accompany students to PT/OT/SLP.
• Observe and chart behavior.
• Provide positive reinforcement and support.
• Supervise students with behavior problems.
• Help implement the behavior plan per IEP.
• Willingness to work with students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing IEP goals.
• Carry out small group instruction and one-on-one support.
• Assist teachers and therapists with data and records.
• Support ongoing OT/SLP/PT goals.
• Maintain computer skills and communication devices for students.

Skills

IEP goals

Data recording

Behavior observation

Student supervision

Education

High School diploma or trade school preferred

Job description

Special Education Teachers Aide - Ranger School

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5940362

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 25, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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:

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

Position Type: Full‑time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Additional Requirements:
  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 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 (i.e. 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

• Nellie Ryan , Executive Director of Student Services/ Special Ed
• 100 North Brayton Road
• Tiverton, Rhode Island 02878
• Phone: (401) 624‑8476
• Email: [e-mail]