Top 235 Teaching assistant Jobs in Rhode Island

RI Academic Paraprofessional (2026-27)
Achievement First (Teaching) —Providence, RI
- $20.86 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Preschool Teacher Assistant
Paper Crown Preschool —East Greenwich, RI
- $18.00 - $19.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Childcare
- Preschool
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
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RI State Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Beautiful Beginnings Child Care Center —Providence, RI
- $19 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Teacher Assistant
ESS Education —North Kingstown, RI
- $125 a day
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
- Flexible schedule
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After-School Aide
St. Rocco School —Johnston, RI
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Experience working with children
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9d
Inclusion Support Staff (Paraprofessional / Teacher Assistant)
Access Speech —West Warwick, RI
- $22 - $28 an hour
- Classroom
- Communication skills
- Entry level
2026-2027 Teacher Assistant
North Kingstown School Department —North Kingstown, RI
- Full-time
- High school
- Public school
- Middle school
Nurse/1:1 Paraprofessional (Anticipated)
Scituate School Department (RI) —North Scituate, RI
- $37 an hour
- Full-time
- In person
- Public school
- Entry level
Special Ed Classroom Teacher Assistant/ Intensive Academic Support
Johnston Public Schools —Johnston, RI
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
2d
Ocean State Academy: Teacher Assistant Posting
Ocean State Academy Schools —Cranston, RI
- Email
- Classroom
- Entry level
12d
Teacher Assistant - Elementary
South Kingstown Public Schools —Wakefield, RI
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
Anticipated Teacher Assistant Openings for the 2026-2027 School Year - BWRSD
Bristol Warren Regional School District —Bristol, RI
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
Teacher Assistant - Special Education 1:1 (SY 26-27) [One year position]
Providence School District —Providence, RI
- $20.71 - $25.16 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Associate's degree
- Public school
Special Education Classroom Teacher Assistants
Johnston Public Schools —Johnston, RI
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
5d
Paraprofessional
Excel Academy Charter Schools —Providence, RI
- $37,580 - $54,080 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Teacher Assistant for Social/Emotional Classroom
Central Falls School District —Central Falls, RI
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Ability to walk for extended periods
5d
Teacher Assistant - Special Education (SY 26-27) [One year position]
Providence School District —Providence, RI
- $20.71 - $25.16 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- US work authorization
9d
Part Time Paraprofessional - Kindergarten
Cumberland School Department —Cumberland, RI
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Associate's degree
- Entry level
Teacher Assistant
The Learning Garden —Warwick, RI
- Email
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
Teacher Assistant(s) - Pre-K to Grade 6
Exeter-West Greenwich Regional School District —West Greenwich, RI
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
7d

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RI Academic Paraprofessional (2026-27)

Achievement First (Teaching) -
Providence, RI

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Job Details

Full-time
$20.86 an hour

Benefits

403(b) matching
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Family leave
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance

Qualifications

Student supervision
Spanish
Student progress monitoring
Classroom active supervision
Relationship building (classroom management strategies)
Teacher collaboration
Behavioral standards enforcement in schools
Family collaboration in education
Writing skills
Student support planning
High school diploma or GED
Working with students
Student behavior monitoring
Behavioral support plan implementation
Parent communication in school administration
Behavioral progress monitoring
Child supervision
Working with families
School policy and procedure enforcement
Associate's degree
Overseeing student conduct policies
Bachelor of Arts
Communication skills
Teaching
Student progress notes
Entry level
Student academic progress tracking

Full Job Description

School Year: 2026-2027

The role of a Paraprofessional at Achievement First:

Achievement First invites passionate educators to apply for the position of Paraprofessional. Working at Achievement First is an ideal position for an educator with deep passion for instruction who is eager to gain rigorous development to help perfect his/her craft. In addition to participating in weekly professional development and team planning meetings, staff receive consistent high-impact coaching and feedback from a school administrator or teacher-leader. We believe that every child has the ability to succeed and attend college. Our students work extremely hard and are held to very high expectations regarding both their academic achievement and character development. Students are expected to operate in accordance with our REACH Values (Respect, Enthusiasm, Achievement, Citizenship, and Hard Work) both in and outside of school. The Achievement First community is a Team & Family and teachers, school leaders and support staff work together closely to ensure the academic success and character development of not only the students in their classroom, but all students in their school. We invest in each of our staff members with the understanding that they alone have the power to achieve our mission of providing all students with the academic and character skills necessary to succeed in a competitive world.

The Paraprofessional is a full-time position responsible for creating behavior systems, protocols and consequences in conjunction with the dean of school culture and the principal. They will develop a strong rapport with students and maintain behavior systems created to support students struggling with behavior. In addition, the behavior specialist will provide critical support to teachers and administrators during breakfast, lunch and dismissal.

Responsibilities of Achievement First Paraprofessional include, but are not limited to:

Develop and maintain a behavior system that supports students who have been temporarily removed from their classes due to poor behavior, following protocols established by the school's leadership team (e.g., bringing students to a quiet room or space and monitoring students as they work; calling the parent; documenting the behavior; removing and escorting student back to class, etc.)
Create and maintain growth plans and tracking charts for individual students who need special attention, in partnership with the principal Build rapport with students who need behavioral support, checking in with students daily and writing notes to parents providing them with updates
Provide administrative support at critical times of the day, such as breakfast, lunch and dismissal.
Attend all professional development sessions and staff meetings
Assist dean of school culture with related work as required
Invest parents and families in their children's academic success through regular communication of success and challenges
Reflect on successes and areas of growth around all areas of teaching; seek to improve performance; receive feedback eagerly
Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a rigorous, joyful, and safe environment
Assume responsibility for every single scholar's success by holding all students accountable during transitions, meals, trips, etc.

Skills and Characteristics

Strong instructional and classroom management skills
Unyielding commitment to students, self and school's constant learning and development
Relentlessness - doing whatever it takes to ensure success
Team player
Excellent communication skills
Highly organized
Belief in Achievement First's mission, educational model, REACH and Core Values
Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and "roll-up-my-sleeves" attitude

Educational Background and Work Experience

Must have prior to hiring:
Requirement 1: Has 1 of the following:
- High School Diploma + Passing Score on the ParaPro Exam
- 60 earned college credits, AA or BA degree
Required, but can be obtained within first 30 days of employment:
Requirement 2: RIDE Teaching Assistant Training Certificate

Compensation & Benefits
Employees at Achievement First are provided with a competitive salary. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual's skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. Paraprofessionals' hourly rate: $20.86
As a regular full time employee of Achievement First, you will be eligible for benefits that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a 403(b) retirement benefit package with match and paid Family Leave.

Achievement First is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Spanish language proficiency is a plus. You can learn more about diversity at Achievement First here: http://achievementfirst.org/about-us/diversity/

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teaching assistant jobs in rhode island

RI Academic Paraprofessional (2026-27)

Preschool Teacher Assistant

RI State Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Teacher Assistant

After-School Aide

Inclusion Support Staff (Paraprofessional / Teacher Assistant)

2026-2027 Teacher Assistant

Nurse/1:1 Paraprofessional (Anticipated)

Special Ed Classroom Teacher Assistant/ Intensive Academic Support

Ocean State Academy: Teacher Assistant Posting

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Anticipated Teacher Assistant Openings for the 2026-2027 School Year - BWRSD

Teacher Assistant - Special Education 1:1 (SY 26-27) [One year position]

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Teacher Assistant - Special Education (SY 26-27) [One year position]

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