Blackstone Academy Charter School in Pawtucket RI is a dynamic educational setting which strives to meet the needs of all of its learners while creating an exciting collegial atmosphere where teachers can grow as leaders. As a staff we are committed to supporting teachers in both individual and professional development and have embarked on a deep exploration of equity and privilege across both our staff and school. For the 2025-26 academic year we are seeking a talented Teaching Assistant to fill a full-time position working primarily 1:1 with a special education student and contributing to other students success plans as needed. This position may be limited to the 2025-2026 school year. The candidate should enjoy working with teenagers possess strong interpersonal communication skills and enthusiasm for learning. It is important that this person be well organized have patience yet be assertive as necessary. They should be comfortable supporting students work through our curriculum and working closely with colleagues. Blackstones faculty and staff consciously integrate social-emotional learning into the curriculum so applicants should have a firm understanding of the importance and power of social-emotional learning. Candidates should view our website before applying to learn more about our unique school public charter high school serves 350 students from three cities Central Falls Pawtucket and Providence RI who are admitted through a blind lottery. Our school is incredibly diverse and students are challenged to excel in our rigorous and supportive environment. Candidates should be seeking a position in a collaborative innovative educational environment focused on preparation for higher education and community improvement. They should be comfortable supporting students work through our curriculum and working closely with colleagues.. Blackstones faculty and staff consciously integrate social-emotional learning into the curriculum so applicants should have a firm understanding of the importance and power of social-emotional learning. Candidates should view our website before applying to learn more about our unique school salary commensurate with years of experience. Interested applicants should identify themselves to Carolyn Sheehan Executive Director. Blackstone is an EOE and we strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. Our employees must be committed to understanding and working with a diverse student body as many of our families are recent immigrants from around the addition we primarily serve low-income families so all candidates must possess an awareness of how poverty can impact families and students and candidates must be ready to work to eliminate the educational inequities that a poverty background might should be available for 3 days of summer meetings the week before school starts (August 20 21 and 22)Apply on Schoolspring or through email
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High School Paraprofessional (1:1 Aide)
