Special Education Teacher in Pawtucket, RI
Exciting opportunities are available for experienced Special Education professionals ready to make a lasting impact on high school students with emotional and behavioral support needs. Based in a dedicated classroom setting, you will work with diverse learners who benefit from a highly structured and supportive environment. This contract role runs through June 18, 2027, offering a dynamic multi-year experience in a specialized setting.
Key Qualifications:
- Hold a valid Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) Special Education license for Secondary grade band.
- Certified in or able to complete the Rhode Island Structured Literacy proficiency (Right to Read Act compliance) within one year of employment.
- Demonstrated expertise supporting students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD) or significant behavioral challenges in a high school or similar setting.
- Strong commitment to individualized education and proactive, positive behavioral intervention strategies.
- Excellent collaborative and communication skills, comfortable engaging with multidisciplinary teams, parents, and school staff.
Role Responsibilities:
- Lead instruction and classroom management in a self-contained or sub-separate environment for high school students primarily outside general education classes.
- Develop, implement, and track Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), adapting materials and plans to suit unique student needs.
- Collaborate with counselors, therapists, and related service providers to maximize student growth and well-being.
- Foster a supportive classroom community using evidence-based behavioral and academic interventions.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and demonstrate compliance with the most recent state standards.
This is a full-time, 35-hour-per-week position beginning immediately. Here’s your chance to cultivate meaningful student relationships, drive academic and behavioral success, and add valuable experience to your career.
Ready to inspire change and be a vital support for remarkable students? Submit your application today. Embrace the opportunity to make a difference that lasts well beyond the school year!
Compensation for this position ranges from $32.83 to $52.83. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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