Special Education Para Educator

Newport Public Schools • Newport, RI

11d

About The Position

To work with students to reinforce the learning of material and/or skills introduced by the teacher.

Requirements

• High school or general equivalency diploma.
• Meet one of the following three requirements: -Completed at least two years (48 credits) of study at an institution of higher education; or -Obtained an associate’s degree or higher; or -Met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate through a formal state or local academic assessment: knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or reading, writing, and mathematics readiness
• Successful completion of a Teacher Assistant Training Program or its equivalent approved by the RI Department of Education (RIDE) and other requirements as promulgated by RIDE. If you are not currently certified- you must be able to attend the Aquidneck Island Adult Learning center Program from August 9, 2023-August 25, 2023 (9:00am-12:00pm)
• Required stamina, enthusiasm, and ability to work directly with students, including, but not limited to, lifting, transferring, and restraining.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and professionals concerning the progress and needs of the students.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities below as evidenced by educational and work-related experiences, previous employment, and the interview process.
• Additional training may be required if deemed necessary for the position, including, but not limited to, positions involving students with autism spectrum disorders.
• Any such alternatives to the above qualifications as the committee may deem acceptable and appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on a sympathetic understanding of the individual student’s needs, interests, and abilities.
• Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, field trips, and other activities.
• Helps students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by the teacher.
• Assists with personal health needs (may include, but not limited to, toileting, feeding, dressing) as required.
• Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected for all staff.
• Provides clerical assistance to the teacher for required reports.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Administrator.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED