Teacher Assistant Special Education II

Young World Physical Education; Barrington (RI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Barrington Public Schools in Barrington, RI is seeking a Teacher Assistant – Special Education II to provide 1:1 instructional, physical, social-emotional and behavioral support under certified staff supervision. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and related services to support students with disabilities.

Responsibilities include data collection, CPI certification maintenance, and upholding district policies and professional ethics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• RI-approved Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program; exceptions for out-of-state TA certification or degree with relevant coursework.
• Must meet one of: ParaPro Assessment, two years of higher education, or an associate's degree or higher.
• CPI certification upon hiring is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 instructional, physical, social-emotional and behavioral support to students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with general and special education teachers and related service providers.
• Collect skill data and maintain CPI certification; adhere to program changes as directed.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance, professionalism, and communication; complete required forms and data timely.
• Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

Skills

ParaPro Assessment

CPI certification

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s Degree or 48 Credit Hours

Job description

Teacher Assistant - Special Education II

Barrington Public Schools
Sowams School – Barrington, Rhode Island

Job Details

Job ID: 5827242

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Title: Teacher Assistant – Special Education II

Qualifications

• Have a high school diploma.
• Completion of a Teacher Assistant Pre‑Employment Training Program approved by the RI Department of Education (RIDE).
  • Exceptions:
    • Certification as a TA in another state.
    • Associate or bachelor's degree AND completion of coursework or training consistent with teacher assistant program standards.
• Meet one of the following requirements:
  • Successfully passed the ParaPro Assessment.
  • Complete at least two years of study at a higher‑education institution.
  • Obtain an associates or higher degree.
• Completion of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification upon hiring.

Reporting To

Building Administrator/Director of Pupil Personnel

Job Goal

To provide 1:1 instructional, physical, social‑emotional, behavioural, and other direct support and services to students with disabilities under the supervision and direction of certified staff.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Communicates high and clear expectations for students.
2. Fosters independence and grit in all learners.
3. Implements instructional and physical supports and, at times, behaviour intervention strategies and program changes as directed by the Case Manager and/or related service provider.
4. Assists students with physical tasks and daily living skills such as eating/drinking, putting on/out of outerwear, moving between rooms, using the bathroom, washing hands, and changing diapers.
5. Collects skill acquisition data.
6. Maintains CPI certification.
7. Completes Medicaid logs as directed for individual students.
8. Establishes a supportive relationship with students with disabilities while fostering independence.
9. Collaborates with general education teachers, special education teachers, and related service providers to address strengths and needs of students with disabilities.
10. Participates in professional learning activities.
11. Exhibits attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, dependability, and professional ethics; uses effective communication skills with students and colleagues (spoken, written, non‑verbal); completes all requested forms, and data collections accurately and timely; performs the functions of the position in accordance with RI Teacher Assistant Standards, RI Professional Code of Conduct, and all relevant laws, regulations, school district policies, and administrative priorities/requests.
12. Performs other duties as may be assigned or necessary.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required to operate a keyboard, view a computer screen, and sit or stand for extended periods. Required vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms, grasp and manipulate large and small items, lift items up to 30 pounds, engage in hands‑on physical restraints following CPI. Communication requires the ability to hear and respond to voice and other sounds in small and large settings with background noise and to present information orally and in writing.

Terms of Employment

Length of contract determined by the Superintendent. Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the contract.

EEO Statement

The Barrington Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or status as a disabled veteran, or past or present honorable military service with respect to access to, the provision of, or employment in its educational services, programs and activities, including admissions, athletics and other district programs.

Position Type

Full‑time

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Application Instructions

Teacher Assistant Applicants must fulfill the following educational requirements:

• Associate’s Degree or 48 Credit Hours from an accredited college or university, or successful passing of the ParaPro Assessment established by RIDE.
• Successful completion of a 25‑hour certification course for Teacher Assistants approved by the RI Department of Education.

If selected for interview, applicants must bring:

• High School Diploma or GED and results of successful completion of ParaPro Assessment test or official college transcripts.
• Certificate of completion of the Rhode Island Teacher Assistant Certification Program.

Contact Information

• James Callahan, Principal
• 364 Sowams Road
• Barrington, Rhode Island 02806
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]