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Teacher Assistant- RBT- BMS

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Job Details

Job : 5494556

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 12, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Barrington Public Schools
Teacher Assistant
- Special Education I

Job Description

TITLE:

Teacher Assistant
- Special Education I

Have a high school diploma

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

Meet one (1) of the following requirements:

• a. Successfully passed the Para Pro Assessment. OR

• b. Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education OR

• c. Obtain an associates or higher degree.

Completion of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification upon hire.

REPORTS TO:

Building Administrator/Director of Pupil Personnel

JOB GOAL:
To provide instructional, social-emotional, behavioral and other direct support and
services to students with disabilities under the supervision and direction of certified staff.

Communicates high and clear expectations for students.

Fosters independence and grit in all learners.

Implements instructional and physical supports and at times behavioral intervention strategies and program changes as directed by the Case Manager and/or related service(s) provider as decided upon by the team.

Collects skill acquisition data.

Maintains CPI certification.

Completes medicaid logs as directed for individual students.

Establishes a supportive relationship with students with disabilities while fostering student independence.

Collaborates with general education teachers, special education teachers and related service providers to address strengths and needs of students with disabilities.

"The Barrington Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or status as a disabled veteran, or past or present honorable military service with respect to access to, the provision of, or employment in its educational services, programs and activities, including admissions, athletics and other district programs."

BPS 10.6.23

Participates in professional learning activities.

Exhibits attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, dependability, and professional ethics;
Uses effective communication skills with students and colleagues, (spoken, written and non-verbal);
Completes all requested forms, and data collections in an accurate and timely manner;
Perform the functions of the position in accordance with the: RI Teacher Assistant Standards; RI Professional Code of Conduct; and all laws, regulations, school district policies, directives, the mission of the district, school-based plans, and administrative priorities / requests.

Performs other duties as may be assigned and/or necessary to perform the functions of the position.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required to operate a keyboard, to view a computer screen, and to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Required vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms, grasp and manipulate large and small items. The employee is also required to move from location to location, lift items weighing up to 30 pounds, and engage in hands-on physical restraints following CPI. Communication requirements…