Therapeutic Integration Specialist (Special Needs TA)

NurturEd; Cumberland (RI); On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 54,443,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

13 Paid Holidays

Child Care Discounts

College Tuition Reimbursement

Medical (Healthcare Benefits)

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Training/Professional Development

Job summary

NurturEd in Rhode Island is seeking a Special Needs Teacher Assistant to join our EnhancEd program. You will work with teachers to create a safe, structured, and welcoming learning space, support children with diverse needs, and engage them in reading, play, and activities.

The ideal candidate has experience with special needs children or challenging behaviors, strong communication, reliability, and a teamwork mindset. We offer full-time hours, benefits, and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• Experience with special needs children or challenging behaviors preferred.
• Background in Early Childhood Education or related field required or preferred.
• Willingness to train and pursue additional credentials.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating a safe, healthy, structured, and welcoming learning space.
• Engage children in reading, play, and learning activities.
• Collaborate with teachers and clinicians to support individualized goals.
• Support families to nurture and care for children.
• Utilize electronic daily tracking app to document progress.
• Participate in trainings after hours when required.

Skills

Warm and friendly demeanor

Verbal and written communication

Reliability

Organized and multi-task

Team-oriented

Education

College credits / CDA / Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related

High school diploma with college credits in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

NurturEd in Rhode Island is seeking a Special Needs Teacher Assistant to join our EnhancEd program. You will work with teachers to create a safe, structured, and welcoming learning space, support children with diverse needs, and engage them in reading, play, and activities.

The ideal candidate has experience with special needs children or challenging behaviors, strong communication, reliability, and a teamwork mindset. We offer full-time hours, benefits, and opportunities for training.