Tiverton High School - Teachers Assistant

Tiverton High School; Tiverton (RI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiverton High School seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant to support students and staff in general education and special education settings.

The successful candidate will work with teachers, service providers, and administrators to aid academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional skills, under certified staff guidance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Completion of a RI-approved TA pre-employment training program or equivalent.
• Pass ParaPro Assessment or have 2 years of higher education or an associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support under certified staff.
• Assist students with curriculum access, assignments, and organization.
• Support IEP accommodations, modifications, behavior plans and programming.
• Facilitate student participation in classroom activities and school events.
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and administrators.
• Maintain confidentiality per FERPA and district policies.

Skills

ParaPro certification

Collaboration

Student-centered

Behavior support

Education

High school diploma

TA training program

Two years college or higher

Job description

Tiverton High School - Teachers Assistant

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary
Tiverton Public Schools is seeking dedicated and student-centered Teacher Assistants to support students and staff at Tiverton High School. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers, related service providers, and administrators to support students' academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional needs within the general education and special education settings.
Essential Responsibilities
Provide instructional support to students individually and in small groups under the direction of certified staff.
Assist students in accessing curriculum, completing assignments, and developing organizational skills.
Support the implementation of IEP accommodations, modifications, behavior support plans, and other individualized programming.
Facilitate student participation in classroom activities, school events, and community-based learning opportunities as appropriate.
Assist with data collection and progress monitoring.
Support students with social-emotional regulation, communication, and independent living skills as needed.
Collaborate effectively with teachers, special educators, related service providers, and administrators.
Maintain confidentiality regarding student information in accordance with FERPA and district policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Job Details

Job ID: 5981875
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Yesterday
Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Tiverton High School

Statement:"Students at Tiverton High School will prepare to become productive and knowledgeable citizens in a global society by being actively involved in a school with programs and services driven by a qualified staff and involved Community."Tiverton is located in the southeastern part of Rhode island. It is approximately 25 miles from Providence and 50 miles from Boston. It extends 12 miles from the Fall River, Massachusetts line on the north to Little Compton, RI, on the south and five miles from Sakonnet River on the west to the Westport, MA line on the east.It encompasses in an area of approximately 30 square miles.It is a suburban community of approximately 16,000 people. The majority of adults are employed in the cities of Newport, Fall River and Providence. These major cities are within short commuting distances and provide many cultural opportunities for the townspeople.The public school enrollment consists of 2,116 pupils housed in three elementary school, one middle school, and one high school.School DataTiverton High is a four-year comprehensive, public high school with an enrollment of 711 students. The class of 2005 graduated 177 students; the class of 2006 graduated 159 students; and the class of 2007 graduated 155 students.

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Have a high school diploma
  2. Completion of a Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program approved by the RI
  Department of Education (RIDE). Two (2) exceptions to this particular qualification:
  a. Those with certification as a TA in another state,
  b. Those with an associate degree or bachelor's degree AND who have completed
  coursework or other training consistent with the teacher assistant program
  standards
  3. Meet one (1) of the following requirements:
  a. Successfully passed the ParaPro Assessment. OR
  b. Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education OR
  c. Obtain an associates or higher degree.
  To support Tiverton's commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in education, the successful candidate will be selected from a diverse pool of candidates. Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity, diversity, and belonging.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Joe Battaglia , THS Principal
• 100 North Brayton Road
• Tiverton, Rhode Island 02878
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]