26-27 Secondary Special Education Teacher

Blackstone Valley Prep; Cumberland, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental plan

9 personal days per year

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan with employer 5

Parental leave

Job summary

Blackstone Valley Prep in Cumberland, RI seeks a 26-27 Secondary Special Education Teacher for a full‑time position. Responsible for delivering specialized instruction, managing cases, and collaborating with families to support scholars toward college readiness.

The role requires a Rhode Island teacher certification by hire date, with focus on co‑teaching and structured literacy delivery in a diverse school community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years teaching experience in a diverse public school setting preferred, but not required.
• Bilingual candidates preferred, but not required.
• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Successful applicants must hold an appropriate Rhode Island teacher certification by their date of hire.
• Certification(s) in relevant field.
• Knowledge of Science of Reading and Structured Literacy via RI approved program per RI educator preparation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Possess skills and experience in co-teaching, case management, behavior management, and intervention techniques.
• Provide individual, group, and project‑based learning instruction designed to meet individual needs and help scholars excel.
• Participate in departmental meetings, family engagement activities, and whole‑school professional development opportunities.

Skills

Co-teaching

Case management

Behavior management

Intervention techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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26-27 Secondary Special Education Teacher

Full Time Cumberland, RI, US

13 days ago Requisition ID: 1007

Salary Range: $49,354.00 To $78,455.00 Annually

The mission of Blackstone Valley Prep is to prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond. BVP’s scholars will graduate empowered as learners, individuals, and community members to access opportunities and break down barriers.

Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today. Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics. We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities. Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.

Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can achieve their goals for college and the world beyond

Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community

Cultivates the social and personal skills that will serve scholars’ in a complex world.

Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members

Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies

Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures

Attends mandatory professional development and family meetings

Blackstone Valley Prep operates as a network of schools. Staff members may be assigned or reassigned to different BVP campuses, grade levels, or programs as needed to best support scholars and organizational needs. Placement decisions will consider individual strengths and certifications.

Other duties as required to fulfill the mission and vision of BVP

Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

Comprehensive medical and dental plan

Internal hiring to capitalize on strengths and interests

Collaborative, team-driven culture

Instructional coaching

Ongoing opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement

All staff members receive a minimum of 9 personal days per year

401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%

Generous parental leave benefits

Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care, with dependent care matched up to $1,500

Longevity and experiences bonuses

School-aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)

In addition, Secondary Special Educators are expected to:

Possess skills and experience in co‑teaching, case management, behavior management, and intervention techniques

Be skilled in the use of Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plans as well as writing Individualized Education Plans

Provide individual, group, and project‑based learning instruction designed to meet individual needs and help scholars excel

Participate in departmental meetings, family engagement activities, and whole‑school professional development opportunities

Qualifications:

A minimum of two years teaching experience in a diverse public school setting preferred, but not required

Bilingual candidates preferred, but not required

A bachelor’s degree is required

Successful applicants must hold an appropriate Rhode Island teacher certification by their date of hire. Rhode Island offers reciprocity with over 30 states across the country. Learn more here.

Certification(s) in relevant field

• As required for your role, you are required to demonstrate proficiency or awareness in the knowledge and practices of the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy through the completion of a RIDE approved program or Rhode Island educator preparation program.