SUBSTITUTE PARAPROFESSIONALS

Smithfield Public Schools; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Smithfield Public Schools in Smithfield, Rhode Island is seeking substitute paraprofessionals for the 2026-2027 school year. These teacher assistant positions are part-time with flexible days based on building needs and job availability.

Experience is preferred but not required; a Teacher Assistant Training Program Certification with Qualifying Para Pro Assessment results or an equivalent degree (associates, bachelors or any degree with childcare coursework) is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Teacher Assistant Training Program Certification with Qualifying Para Pro Assessment test results.
• Associates degree with teacher assistant training certification.
• Bachelor's degree with teacher assistant training certification.
• Any degree with childcare coursework; certification not required in this case.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Education

Teacher Assistant Training Program Certification with Qualifying Para Pro Assessment test results

Associates degree with teacher assistant training certification

Bachelor's degree with teacher assistant training certification

Any degree with childcare coursework

Job description

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5940464

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Substitute paraprofessionals (teacher assistants) positions available with the Smithfield Public Schools for the 2026-2027 School Year.

Experience is preferred, but not required.

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

Applicants can work as many or as few days as positions allow and depending upon job availability as needed within the district, with a maximum of 28 hours.

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

• Teacher Assistant Training Program Certification with Qualifying Para Pro Assessment test results
• Associates degree along with teacher assistant training certification
• Bachelors degree along with teacher assistant training certification
• Any degree with childcare coursework, (teacher assistant training certification not needed in this case)
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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