Teacher Assistant, full time

Young World Physical Education; Jamestown (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jamestown School Department in Jamestown, RI is hiring a full-time Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves one-on-one and small-group support for middle school students, including those with disabilities, under supervision of teachers and administrators.

Responsibilities include academic support, behavior management, record-keeping, and collaboration with educators. Prior training and eligibility to work in RI are required; duties may include lunch/recess and other

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor's Degree
• Or hold an Associate Degree or 48 College Credits
• Or hold a high school diploma/GED with a passing Para Pro Test and a Teacher Assistant Training Program certificate ( RI Dept of Education )

Responsibilities

• General duties: instructional work in classroom with individuals and/or small groups, including students with disabilities.
• Assist in student learning and behavior management; carry out duties deemed necessary by supervisor/administrator.
• Assist in OT/PT related activities under supervision of licensed therapists when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records and reproduce/maintain files of learning materials.
• Work with children and educators in a sensitive and effective manner.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate Degree or 48 College Credits

High school diploma/GED + Para Pro Test

Job description

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Teacher Assistant, Full Time

Job Details

Job ID: 5890795

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Job Description

Teacher Assistant, full time. Assignment for 2026-2027 - Middle School one-on-one Teacher Assistant

All Teacher Assistants:

General Duties: This position requires work of an instructional nature in a classroom setting with individuals and/or small groups of students, some of whom may have mental, physical and/or emotional disabilities.

Responsibilities: The primary duty of the Teacher Assistant is to assist in student learning and behavior management by carrying out duties deemed necessary by the immediate Supervisor or Administrator including: working with small groups of children with special needs; facilitating behavior intervention plans; assisting in the academic support in one on one and small group situations to support and facilitate learning. Work involves the development of an effective relationship with children having special needs. Maintain accurate records. Reproduce and maintain files of learning materials for use in the classroom. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to work with students and educators in a sensitive and effective manner. Learn assigned duties readily and adhere to prescribed classroom procedure. Perform related work as required. Carry out duties deemed necessary by the immediate Administrator or Supervisor such as: lunch/recess duty; reasonable classroom coverage; small group work with children; inventories; correcting papers; assist in carrying out PT/OT programs under the supervision of licensed therapists (when necessary). Performs other duties as assigned by the building administrator.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jamestown School Department is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS:
  • You are eligible to work as a Teacher Assistant if you ---
  • 1) Hold a Bachelor's Degree
  • 2) Have a Certificate of Completion of an approved RI Dept. of Education Teacher Assistant Training Program, (the training may be waived by the superintendent based on previous experience working with children)
  • OR
  • You are also eligible to work as Teacher Assistant if you--
  • 1) Hold an Associate Degree or 48 College Credits.
  • 2) Or have a high school diploma/GED and a passing score of 461 on the Para Pro Test AND
  • 3) Have a Certificate of Completion of an approved RI Dept of Education Teacher Assistant Training Program, (the training may be waived by the superintendent based on previous experience working with children)
  Other requirements: (including but not limited to):
  • Experience with special needs children preferred;
  • Ability to work as a team;
  • Be of good character;
  • Ability to work with children and to be patient, understanding, and effective in meeting their needs.
  • Ability to work with team members/educators to accomplish common educational, social emotional, and behavioral goals.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Janette Warner
• 76 Melrose Avenue
• Jamestown, Rhode Island 02835
• Phone: [phone] ext 103
• Email: [e-mail]