Teacher Assistant - Special Education 1:2 (SY 26-27) [One year position]

Anthony Carnevale Elem. School; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Anthony Carnevale Elem. School in Providence, RI seeks a dedicated Special Education 1:2 Teacher Assistant for a one-year position. The TA will support students with diverse learning needs in 1:2 or flexible assignments under the supervisor of the principal and teachers.

Responsibilities include assisting instruction, reinforcing IEP goals, and promoting a safe, inclusive classroom. Collaboration with families and service providers is encouraged; starting date is immediate and position may

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 48 college credits required.
• Passing score of 461 on the ParaPro test required.
• RIDE Certification: Teacher Assistant Training Program Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction and reinforce IEP goals.
• Support social-emotional development and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and families to support student success.

Skills

IEP goals reinforcement

Instructional support

Collaboration with staff

Education

Associate’s degree

48 college credits

ParaPro 461 score

RIDE Teacher Assistant Certificate

Job description

Teacher Assistant - Special Education 1:2 (SY 26-27) [One year position]

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Job Details

Job ID: 5963135

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Please note: that this position is available for one year only. Hired candidates will be displaced or non-renewed from the position for the following school year, however, displaced teacher assistants remain district employees and will be guaranteed a position in SY27-28.

Providence Public Schools District (PPSD) seeks an exceptional SPECIAL EDUCATION 1:2 TEACHER ASSISTANT who is excited to join our community of teachers, students and stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for teacher assistants who seek a challenging yet rewarding experience.

We serve approximately 22,000 students at 37 elementary, middle, and high schools. Approximately 55% of students come from homes where English is not the primary language spoken. Combined, our students and families speak over 55 different languages and hail from 91 countries of origin. In PPSD, the teachers and teacher assistants set high expectations for academic achievement, provide equal access to differentiated instruction, and endeavor to close the achievement and opportunity gap among historically marginalized subgroups within the schools. PPSD is a great place for those who desire an environment that supports their creativity and ingenuity, and respects their credentials and abilities as a teacher and/or teacher assistant.

REPORTS TO: Principal

The Teacher Assistant provides support to students with diverse learning, behavioral, and/or medical needs in 1:1, 1:2, or flexible assignments. TAs may be assigned to specific students. Assignments, including student, location, or program, may change based on IEPs, student needs, or school placement. Whenever possible, TAs follow students throughout their PPSD education to provide stability and consistent support. Responsibilities include assisting with instruction, reinforcing IEP goals, supporting social-emotional development, and promoting a safe, inclusive learning environment. TAs collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and families to ensure each student’s success.

NOTE: The safety of school children is an important responsibility of the teacher assistant program. As such, please note that all teacher assistants MUST be available for bus monitoring assignments and will be paid in accordance with the additional hours worked.

**Contingent upon funding**

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate’s degree

OR

• 48 college credits

OR

• Passing score of 461 on the ParaPro Test

RIDE Certification Requirements:

• Teacher Assistant Training Program Certificate