Building Substitute Paraprofessional

Building Substitute Paraprofessional 4 day work week

Foster-Glocester Regional Schools, Foster School Department - Captain Isaac Paine, Foster, Rhode Island.

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Posted until filled
• Posted:
  Jul 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  Aug 26, 2026

Job Title: Paraprofessional / IA (Special Education)

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

Position Overview: The instructional paraprofessional supports teachers and related service personnel in delivering high-quality instruction, implementing behavioral plans, and fostering social, emotional, and academic development for all students, with a focus on those with special education needs.

• Minimum Qualifications:

  • Appropriate certification as a Teacher Assistant through RIDE or evidence of completion of an associate degree or higher.

  • Evidence of knowledge and skills necessary to perform the functions of the position.

  • Evidence of knowledge and/or implementation of instructional/behavioral strategies, materials and/or technologies.

  • Evidence of ongoing professional development and training that may include the use of adaptive instructional and assessment materials.

  • Demonstrated ability to learn new strategies, techniques, and technologies effectively.

  • Ability to occasionally lift or restrain students.

  • Effective written and oral communication skills.

  • Be of good character.

  • Training in the use of adaptive software, instructional and assessment materials.

  • And/or any combination of education, experience, and knowledge and skills deemed substantially equivalent by the school committee or designee.

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

The Foster School Department is an Equal Opportunity/affirmative action employer. We are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

• Kim Soares, Admin Assistant
• 160 Foster Center Road
• Foster, Rhode Island 02857
• Phone:
• Email: kim.soares