Teacher Assistant-Part time

Warwick Public Schools • Warwick, RI

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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 principal.

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.
• Such as may be gained through graduation from a senior high school or equivalent (GED).
• 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 Associate's Degree in a program specifically in the are of teacher assistant preferred or completion of a teacher assistant training course.

Nice To Haves

• One year related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, distribute and display materials as directed by the teacher.
• Meet the bus and assists children into the classroom.
• At the direction of the teacher, the assistant will assist in maintaining order during instruction period.
• Take children to 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.
• Other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED