Specialized Program Paraprofessional — Student Support

Westerly Public Schools (RI); Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Westerly Public Schools (RI) seeks a Paraprofessional - Specialized Program Assistant to support a district Pre-K program. The role involves instructional support, personal care, and adherence to individual behavior and medical plans under the nurse’s guidance.

The position emphasizes patience, empathy, and collaboration with teachers to implement curriculum and assessment, while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with children who have special needs in a sensitive, respectful and effective manner.
• Ability to learn assigned duties readily and to adhere to prescribed classroom procedures.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to follow through with a medical care plan under the supervision of a school-nurse teacher.
• Proficiency in essential computer applications including Microsoft and Google Suites.

Responsibilities

• Works with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of material or skills introduced by the teacher.
• Assists the teacher in modification and implementation of curriculum, instruction and assessment.
• Uses age- and developmentally appropriate instructional procedures and reinforcement techniques.
• Monitors and supervises students during short-term teacher absences and maintains order in all settings.
• Prepares and gathers materials and supplies; follows programs and behavior plans as directed.

Skills

Special needs

Verbal & written communication

Medical care plan adherence

Patient & flexible

Duties learning quickly

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred

60 academic credits or ParaPro qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suites

Data collection tools

Job description

Westerly Public Schools (RI) seeks a Paraprofessional - Specialized Program Assistant to support a district Pre-K program. The role involves instructional support, personal care, and adherence to individual behavior and medical plans under the nurse’s guidance.

The position emphasizes patience, empathy, and collaboration with teachers to implement curriculum and assessment, while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards throughout the school day.