Teacher Assistant Special Education II

Teacher Assistant Special Education II

Barrington Public Schools Barrington Middle School - Barrington, Rhode Island

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board

Job : 5853941

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Barrington Public Schools
Teacher Assistant
- Special Education II

Job Description

TITLE:

Teacher Assistant
- Special Education II

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Have a high school diploma
2. 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

3. 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.
4. Completion of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification upon hiring.

REPORTS TO:

Building Administrator/Director of Pupil Personnel
JOB GOAL:
To provide 1:1 instructional, physical, social-emotional, behavioral and other direct
support and services to students with disabilities under the supervision and direction of certified
staff.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES OF TEACHER ASSISTANT
-Special Education II:
1. Communicates high and clear expectations for students.
2. Fosters independence and grit in all learners.
3. Implements instructional and physical supports and at times behavior intervention
strategies and program changes as directed by the Case Manager and/or related
service(s) provider as decided upon by the team.
4. Assists student(s) with physical tasks and daily living skills such as eating and drinking,
putting on and taking off outerwear, moving from room to room, using the bathroom,
washing hands, changing diapers, etc.
5. Collects skill acquisition data.
“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

6. Maintains CPI certification.
7. Completes medicaid logs as directed for individual students.
8. Establishes a supportive relationship with students with disabilities while fostering
student independence.
9. Collaborates with general education teachers, special education teachers and related
service providers to address strengths and needs of students with disabilities.
10. Participates in professional learning activities.
11. 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.
12. 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…