Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher (HS/MS)
Job ID: 5841686
Application Deadline: Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Jul 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026
Scituate School Department (RI) – Scituate High School / Scituate Middle School – North Scituate, Rhode Island.
Job Summary
The Scituate School Department seeks a collaborative, student-centered Special Education Teacher for a long‑term substitute position in grades HS/MS. Responsibilities include planning and delivering high‑quality, specially designed instruction, developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and supporting students with disabilities to achieve academic, social, emotional, and functional success.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver instruction aligned with IEPs, Rhode Island standards, and district curriculum.
- Differentiate instruction using evidence‑based practices, accommodations, modifications, and assistive technology.
- Provide instruction in inclusive, co‑taught, resource, or specialized settings as assigned.
- Promote student independence, self‑advocacy, executive functioning, and social‑emotional development.
- Utilize UDL, differentiated instruction, and evidence‑based interventions to maximize achievement.
- Support positive behavior through classroom management and individualized behavior support plans.
- Administer and interpret formal and informal assessments to monitor progress.
- Develop, implement, monitor, and revise IEPs in compliance with federal, state, and district requirements.
- Maintain accurate documentation of progress, IEP implementation, and compliance.
- Collaborate with teachers, specialists, related service providers, administrators, paraprofessionals, and families to design and implement effective instructional programs.
- Participate in PLCs, MTSS meetings, eligibility meetings, and IEP Team meetings.
- Provide guidance to paraprofessionals to ensure consistent implementation of instructional strategies and supports.
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
- Demonstrate ongoing professional learning, reflect on instructional practice, and comply with all federal and state special education laws.
Qualifications
- Rhode Island certification in Special Education.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, Rhode Island Special Education Regulations, and the IEP process.
- Knowledge of evidence‑based instructional practices, differentiation, UDL, and specially designed instruction.
- Experience using student performance data to develop, implement, monitor, and adjust instructional programs.
- Experience guiding paraprofessionals in implementing instructional programs, accommodations, and behavioral supports.
- Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to creating equitable, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.
- Compliance with Rhode Island Department of Education certification requirements.
- Preferred: 1+ years of teaching experience in special education; experience in inclusive or resource settings; MTSS experience; multidisciplinary teamwork; experience with autism spectrum disorders, emotional/behavioral needs, developmental disabilities, complex learning needs; supporting multilingual learners; MLL endorsement.
- Knowledge of Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, student information systems, and special education management software.
- Strong data analysis skills, oral and written communication, problem‑solving, time management, and willingness to grow.
Employment Terms
- Salary and benefits in accordance with the Scituate Teachers' Association Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Employment contingent upon successful background checks, including fingerprint‑based criminal history.
- Citizenship, legal residency, or authorization to work in the United States is required.
- Position is full‑time and long‑term substitute.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Scituate School Department does not discriminate based on age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, national origin, color, creed, political affiliation, or disability in any of its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.
Contact Equal Employment Officer: P.O. Box 188, North Scituate, RI 02857; Phone: (401) 647‑4100; Email: EEO@ScituateSchoolsRI.net.
Contact Information
- Patty Martin, Executive Assistant to Superintendent and School Communications
- 3 George Washington Highway, Clayville, Rhode Island 02815
- Phone: 401‑647‑4100
- Email: patricia.martin@scituateschoolsri.net