Tiverton Middle School Full Time Special Education Teachers Assistant

Tiverton Middle School; Tiverton (RI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiverton Middle School in Tiverton, RI is seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher Assistant to support students with disabilities. You will work under the direction of certified staff to help students reach their IEP goals and participate in data collection and progress monitoring.

The role involves assisting with small group and one-on-one instruction, data maintenance, and support for OT, SLP, and PT goals, including communication devices usage. Immediate start preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing IEP goals.
• Carry out small group instruction and assist in one-on-one instruction as needed.
• Assist teachers and therapists in maintaining data and records.
• Support the implementation of skills and goals for OT, SLP and PT needs.
• Manage and use communication devices for students.

Skills

IEP goals implementation

Small group instruction

One-on-one instruction

Data recording

Education

High School/Trade School degree

Job description

Tiverton Middle School Full Time Special Education Teachers Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5925703
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description:

Teacher Assistant

To work with students with disabilities under the direction, supervision of certified personnel and to assist students in reaching their goals as indicated on their IEPs.

Under Direction of Special Education Teacher:

1. Assist in implementing IEP goals.
2. Carry out small group instruction and assist in one-on-one instruction as needed.
3. Assist teachers and therapists in maintaining appropriate data and records
4. Support the continuous implementation of skills and goals associated with students’ OT, SLP and PT needs.
5. Carry out and maintain computer skills and communication devices for students.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Additional Requirements:
  • Assist students with self-help skills (grooming, toileting etc.)
  • Assist students with mobility needs. (May involve lifting, toileting, etc.)
  • Assist with lifting and positioning students
  • Assist students in their environmental setting including the restroom
  • Accompany students to physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech etc.
  • Observe and chart behavior.
  • Give positive reinforcement and support.
  • Provide close supervision for students with behavior problems.
  • Assist in implementing the behavior plan as set up by the supervising teacher according to the IEP.
  • Ability and willingness to work with students who have special needs and/or aggressive behaviors (i.e. biting, kicking, hitting, emotional outburst, etc.)
  • Assist with data keeping and recording.
  • Recognize the stages of an escalating crisis and intervene with evidence-based techniques to appropriately de-escalate.
  • Supervise safe spots.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nellie Ryan , Executive Director of Student Services/ Special Ed
• 100 North Brayton Road
• Tiverton, Rhode Island 02878
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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