SUBSTITUTE PARAPROFESSIONALS

Smithfield; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Smithfield Public Schools in Smithfield, Rhode Island is seeking substitute paraprofessionals (teacher assistants) to join our district. Positions are part-time and employment is contingent on district needs and availability. Experience is welcome but not required.

Starting date is immediate. Citizenship, residency or work visa is required. If you are pursuing teacher assistant certification, more information is available through the RI Department of Education.

Qualifications

• Substitute paraprofessionals require Teacher Assistant Training Certification plus Qualifying Para Pro Assessment results.
• Alternative qualifications include an Associates degree with TA certification or a Bachelors degree with TA certification.

Skills

Teacher Assistant Training Certificate

Qualifying Para Pro Assessment

Education

Associates degree with TA certification

Bachelors degree with TA certification

Job description

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SUBSTITUTE PARAPROFESSIONALS

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5974563

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Substitute paraprofessionals (teacher assistants) positions available with the Smithfield Public Schools.

Experience is preferred, but not required.

DON'T HAVE A TEACHER ASSISTANT CERTIFICATION? Find more information: RI Department of Education Teacher Assistant Training Information

Positions are depending upon job availability as needed within the district.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $16 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute: Paraprofessional

Welcome to Smithfield Public Schools

Smithfield is a suburb located 10 miles northwest of Providence. Smithfield Public Schools serves over 2,200 students in Pre K-12 in 5 schools: Smithfield High School, Gallagher Middle School, and 3 elementary schools.Our promise:Every student will be prepared for continued learning, career, and life.

Job Requirements

• Substitute teacher assistant positions require of the following:
  Teacher Assistant Training Program Certification with Qualifying Para Pro Assessment test results
  OR
  Associates degree along with teacher assistant training certification
  OR
  Bachelors degree along with teacher assistant training certification
  ONCE YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN REVIEWED BY OUR OFFICE, WE WILL CONTACT YOU BY EMAIL.
  Our office will process the applications in the order in which they have been received.
  
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Smithfield Public Schools
• 49 Farnum Pike
• Smithfield, Rhode Island 02917
• Phone: [phone]