Teacher Assistant -Elementary SES

Warwick Public SchoolsWarwick, RI
4dOnsite

About The Position

The Special Education Teacher Assistant will assist the classroom teacher in the supervision of students and perform other duties as prescribed by the classroom teacher and/or department head.

Requirements

  • The ability to make accurate tabulations and computations
  • The ability to readily understand and carry out directions, both oral and written
  • The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form
  • The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • The ability to develop an effective working relationship with staff, students, parents and the community
  • Creative thinking, problem solving skills and the ability to reinforce information one on one and to small groups
  • Must have an understanding of child development, specifically in the area of special services and the ability to perform duties with an awareness of school department requirements and policies.
  • A minimum of two years college course work (60 credits) required with an emphasis in the field of special services, early childhood, elementary education or an Associates Degree in a program specifically in the area of teacher assistant preferred.
  • Resume or full background sheet to be submitted by all applicants.
  • Please mention posting number in your letter of application.
  • pursuant to Article V of the WISE contract, this position is being filled on a temporary basis for the remainder of the school year. The successful candidate will need to attend a job fair in August to secure a position for the next school year.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, distribute and display materials as directed by the teacher.
  • Meet the bus and assist children into the classroom.
  • At the direction of the teacher, the assistant will assist in maintaining order during the instruction period.
  • Take children to the lavatory and assist with toileting needs as necessary.
  • Escort children to and from various rooms as necessary and assist in those activities where necessary.
  • Maintain records as required by the teacher.
  • Assist at games, walks, exercises, etc.
  • Perform other activities as directed by the classroom teacher.
  • Responds to student needs as necessary as directed by the teacher.
  • Other related duties as required.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Associate degree

Number of Employees

251-500 employees

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