Teacher Assistant - Kindergarten

Warwick-Public-Schools; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Warwick Public Schools Sherman Elementary in Warwick, Rhode Island seeks a Kindergarten Teacher Assistant to support the classroom teacher and supervise students during the school day.

The position runs 8:00am–3:30pm, 35 hours weekly for 36 weeks per year, with pay scales from $20.49 to $27.08 per hour depending on credentials and TA training. A minimum of 60 credits or an associate degree in education or TA-related fields is required.

Qualifications

• Two years college coursework (60 credits) in early childhood, elementary or special education is required or an associate degree in a TA program.
• Completion of a RIDE approved TA Training Course is suggested.
• One year related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, distribute and display materials as directed by the teacher.
• Meet the bus and assist children into the classroom.
• Maintain order during instruction period as directed by the teacher.
• Escort children to and from rooms and assist in activities as necessary.
• Maintain records as required by the teacher.
• Assist with games, walks and exercises.

Education

60 credits in education or special education

Associates Degree in TA program or related

Job description

Teacher Assistant - Kindergarten

Warwick Public Schools Sherman Elementary - Warwick, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5895974

Application Deadline: Aug 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

POSITION: Teacher Assistant- Kindergarten – Sherman Elementary

CLASSIFICATION:

• #15A - 60 credits in education or special education - $27.08/hour


• #14A – 60 credits in any field + Teacher Assistant Training Program - $22.77/hour


• #12B – Teacher Asst. Training Program + Parapro Assessment - $20.49/hour

SHIFT: Days – (8:00am to 3:30pm) - 35 hours/wk - 36 wks./yr.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The Kindergarten Assistant will assist the classroom teacher in the supervision of students and perform other duties as prescribed by the classroom teacher and/or principal.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Prepare, distribute and display materials as directed by the teacher.


• Meet the bus and assists children into the classroom.


• At the direction of the teacher, the assistant will assist in maintaining order during instruction period.


• Take children to lavatory and assist with toileting needs as necessary.


• Escort children to and from various rooms as necessary and assist in those activities where necessary.


• Maintain records as required by the teacher.


• Assist with games, walks, and exercises.


• Perform other activities as directed by the classroom teacher.


• Responds to students needs as necessary.


• Other related duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The ability to make accurate tabulations and computations; the ability to readily understand and carry out directions, both oral and written; the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form; the ability to work independently with minimal supervision; the ability to develop an effective working relationship with staff, students, parents and the community; creative thinking, problem solving skills and the ability to reinforce information one on one and to small groups; must have an understanding of child development and the ability to perform duties with an awareness of school department requirements and policies.

EDUCATION:

Such as may be gained through graduation from a senior high school or equivalent (GED). A minimum of two years college course work (60 credits) required in the field of early childhood, elementary or special education or an Associates Degree in a program specifically in the area of teacher assistant. Completion of a RIDE approved TA Training Course suggested. One year related experience preferred.

"pursuant to Article V of the WISE contract, this position is being filled on a temporary basis for the remainder of the school year. The successful candidate will need to attend a job fair in August to secure a position for the next school year."

WARWICK PUBLIC SCHOOLS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF AGE, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, RACE, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, COLOR, OR DISABILITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.49 to $27.08 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Jennifer Bertrand , Employment Clerk


• Administration Building


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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