Instructional Assistants - Elementary

North Smithfield School Department North Smithfield Elementary School
- North Smithfield, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

• Job : 5826615
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

NORTH SMITHFIELD SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Instructional Assistant

• High School Diploma;
  Associate Degree preferred.
• As of January 8, 2006, meet one of the following three requirements:
  • Completed at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education in an education-related field;
  • Obtain an associate’s or higher degree in an education-related field;
  • Meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate through a formal state (Para Pro Assessment) or local academic assessment: knowledge and ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics; or, reading, writing, and mathematics readiness. (ESEA)
• Successful completion of a RIDE-approved Teacher Assistant Training Program required.
• Demonstrate patience, tact, confidentiality and professionalism in dealing with students, parents, teachers, and the public.

• Classroom Teacher
• Building Principal/Assistant Principal

• Part-time: 17.5 hours/week; one-year only

• Under the supervision of certified teachers, prepare for classroom activities in the implementation of instructional goals and objectives selected by supervisor.
• Work individually and with small groups of students as appropriate to reinforce and supplement concepts previously introduced by the supervisor.
• Perform duties related to classroom needs as directed and requested for preparation and delivery of instruction.
• Participate in in-service training programs as required.
• Assist with the supervision of students, as scheduled by the supervisor and/or principal/assistant principal.
• Work to maintain open lines of communication with staff, students and parents.
• Maintain ethical behavior in relation to confidentiality concerning students.
• Assist, as requested, in maintaining documentation.
• Perform all other duties related to programming as may be assigned by the supervisor and/or principal/assistant principal.

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

• 17.5 hours/week - mornings; 180 days; grant-funded, non-union position. No benefits. All applicants must apply through School Spring. Occupational Fit for Duty Physical Exam required. Hard copies of applications are not accepted unless requested.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Tracy Lafreniere, ES Assistant Principal
• 2214 Providence Pike
• North Smithfield, Rhode Island 02896
• Phone:
• Email: tlafreniere