Teacher Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Warwick is seeking a Teacher Assistant to enhance student learning and behavior support. The ideal candidate will possess a Teacher Assistant Certification or an Associate's Degree, demonstrate effective decision-making skills, and support students in a special education classroom. Responsibilities include assisting with curriculum implementation, supervising students, and maintaining confidentiality. This position is available for immediate start, with year-round employment offered.

Qualifications

• Teacher Assistant Certification required or Associate's Degree.
• Ability to assess and support student needs effectively.
• Ability to integrate student IEP goals into daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in curriculum planning and implementation.
• Support students with reading and writing assignments.
• Supervise students during various activities.
• Develop relationships with students requiring patience and empathy.

Skills

Sound decision making capabilities

Ability to follow instructions

Familiarity with educational rules and regulations

Support to special education students

Technology proficiency

Physical agility

Maintain confidentiality

Education

Teacher Assistant Certification or Associate's Degree

Job description

Teacher Assistant/Tuition Reimbursement for TA Course

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Teacher Assistant enhances student learning by assisting teachers with student instruction and behavior supports.

Minimum Qualifications

• Teacher Assistant Certification required or Associate's Degree

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate sound decision making capabilities consistent with established school policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions provided by school administrators and assigned staff.
• Ability to demonstrate familiarity with state and district established rules and regulations governing the education of students, including students with disabilities.
• Ability to provide direct academic, behavioral and self help support to students in a special education classroom.
• Ability to reproduce and maintain files of learning materials using current technology.
• Ability to lift, transfer, feed and toilet students, when necessary.
• Ability to integrate student IEP goals, including OT, PT, S/L goals, into daily curriculum.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Mobility and agility required.
• Keep all appropriate certification requirements current.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in planning, modification and implementation of curriculum, instruction and assessment.
• Assist children with reading skills following teacher instruction and direction.
• Arrange physical space to match student activity (i.e., testing and behavior).
• Instruct small groups of students in specific subject areas with teacher direction.
• Follow teacher’s directions.
• Use appropriate strategies and techniques developed by teachers and other professional staff to assist students to complete written assignments and follow up with instructional activities.
• Use age and developmentally appropriate instructional procedures and reinforcement techniques.
• Prepare and gather materials and supplies.
• Exhibit self-control and good judgment.
• Follow through with O/T goals.
• Follow through with P/T goals.
• Follow through with Speech/Language goals.
• Supervise students in a designated time-out area with other adults in safe proximity.
• Support student when rejoining group following time out.
• Maintain order by reinforcing school rules in all settings, including recess, lunch, and bus.
• Supervise students during structured and unstructured time in designated school areas, including classrooms and playgrounds.
• Supervise students during periods of physical activities and maintain student safety during structured and unstructured time.
• Develop effective personal relationships with the children who require patience, empathy, and flexibility.
• Record and report data on all behavior and performance as instructed by the teacher.
• Note and report student frustration level and use calm, appropriate strategies.
• Give verbal or material positive reinforcers as dictated by the Behavioral Support Plan.
• Attend Professional Development when required for job performance.
• Be aware of education workshops offered outside the school system.
• Support students when out in the community, collect data, and support pragmatic language.
• Assist with bus duty arrival/departure.
• Complete any other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment

Year round employment. Reports to Executive Director or Educational Programming/Principal or Principal’s Designee.

Contact Information

• Josephine Dutra
• 800 Quaker Lane
• Warwick , Rhode Island 02818
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]