Special Needs Teacher's Assistant in Woonsocket

Kidsklubri; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

Child Care Discounts

College Tuition Reimbursement

Training/Professional Development opportunities

Consistent schedule

Job summary

Kidsklubri is seeking a Special Needs Teacher’s Assistant at Pothier Elementary School in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. This role involves supporting students' development in a safe, structured environment, assisting with homework, and working as part of a team with faculty and clinicians.

The ideal candidate has a warm demeanor, strong communication skills, and experience with special needs children. We offer full-time and part-time positions with various perks, including paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Must have experience with special needs students.
• Ability to engage in physical exercise with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Assist with homework and school projects.
• Inspire children to be lifelong learners.
• Work alongside clinicians to support special needs children.

Skills

Warm and friendly demeanor

Verbal and written communication skills

Reliable attendance and punctuality

Organized and able to prioritize

Team-oriented

Leadership skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with college credits

College credits or CDA credential preferred

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred

Job description

Description

Learn. Teach. Repeat. Be the Team. Deliver Excellence. We are looking for a Special Needs Teacher’s Assistant for the EnrichEd site located in Pothier Elementary School

A typical day for a School Age Teacher's Assistant will include:

• Working as a team to provide a safe, healthy, structured, welcoming space.
• Supporting students’ social, emotional, cognitive, academic development, promoting physical health, and providing a safe and supportive environment.
• Inspiring children to be lifelong learners.
• Helping students with homework and school projects.
• Partnering with school faculty and staff to provide a safe and educational learning environment.
• Showcasing your tech savvy skills by using an electronic daily tracking app.
• Assisting with the accreditation process as well as other quality initiatives.
• Supporting our EnhancEd Support Services integrated program.
• Working alongside Clinicians to provide an appropriate learning environment and activities for children with special needs, particularly behaviorally challenging children.
• Aiding children to become successful in meeting their individual goals outlined in their behavior plans, while integrated with typically developing peers.
• Playing games and having fun!

Why you'll love us:

We invite you to join our growing community of teachers and hope you'll find a rewarding and fulfilling career with us.

We offer the following perks and benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• 401k with company match
• Child Care Discounts
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Training/Professional Development opportunities
• Consistent schedule

Learn more about our benefits at www.enrichedri.com/careers

We have full time positions or part time positions (with flexible schedules available). Benefits vary for full time / part time positions.

Our programs are open Monday – Friday before school (typically 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.) and after school (typically 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.), schedules vary per program.

We also offer full day programs during school vacations, summer break, and when school is not in session.

Requirements

We are willing to train the right person! Our ideal candidate will have experience working with children.

We are looking for someone who has the following skills:

• A personal demeanor that is warm and friendly.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Organized and able to prioritize and multi-task.
• Team-oriented and willing to work with others.
• Leadership skills.

The Special Needs Teacher Assistant (referred to as a Therapeutic Integration Specialist or TIS) will be asked to attend occasional trainings after hours (typically at 6:30pm). The TIS will meet with the TCCS Clinician to give all children the opportunity to succeed.

Education Requirements

• College credits, Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Associate’s degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of High school diploma (or equivalent) with college credits in Early Childhood Education or related field required.
• We will train the right person and offer opportunities to gain a degree or college credits!

Certifications/Experience

• At least 2 years working in an school age setting or child care center.
• Must have experience with special needs students, particularly with de‑escalating behavior challenges.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Able to engage in physical exercise with children (walking, running, crawling, bending, twisting).
• Visual and hearing acuity.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.

Other Qualifications

• 19 years of age or older.
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English, bilingual encouraged to apply.
• Must pass national criminal background/fingerprints check.
• Must pass Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) Clearance Request (CPS).

We hope you will join our team!