Teacher Assistant

This program provides training for anyone interested in being employed as a full-time, part-time, or substitute teacher assistant.

This program provides training for anyone interested in being employed as a full-time, part-time, or substitute teacher assistant. Topics are consistent with state standards and include: roles and responsibilities of the teacher assistant, human development, diversity, special education, basic rights, school health and safety, the instructional process, school laws, computer and technology skills, positive classroom climate, and team-building.

A certificate recognized by RIDE is awarded upon successful completion of all classes, assignments, job shadowing, and the final exam.

WOC FREE Cohort Program Information - Closed

When: October 14 - November 13, 2025, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Where: Woonsocket Education Center 115 Main Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895 

Prerequisite: GED or high school diploma is required.

Registration Information

  1. Open-enrollment online registration is paid by credit card ONLY.
  2. Cash, check or money order walk-in registrations will be accepted in our office locations.
  3. Review the Teacher Assistant Program Requirements
  4. Available funding: WIOA Approved, and other funding opportunities posted when available

Important Information

  1. Prerequisite: GED or high school diploma is required.
  2. Upon successful program completion, students are eligible for general elective credit through Credit for Prior Learning.
  3. The RI Department of Education does not certify individual teacher assistants but sets minimum qualifications that school districts must follow in hiring TAs. Applicants should always check with the district(s) where they want to apply to learn about their specific employment requirements through RIDE Become a Teacher Assistant.
  4. Duplicate/Replacement Certificates: To request a duplicate certificate of completion, please complete our online registration form here. There is a $10 charge for a duplicate certificate.

If you want to take the $335 open-enrollment course, you may register online using the button below.

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Details

  • Cost - FREE Grant/Employer Sponsored Opportunities Available OR $335 Open Enrollment Includes training materials and $10 non-refundable registration fee.

  • Time Commitment - 6 Weeks 13 meetings x 3 hours each.

  • Contact - Val Serpa, Tel: 401.333.7282, E-mail: [email protected]

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