Dual-Certified Preschool SPED Teacher – Integrated Program

Westerly Public Schools; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 51,181 - 95,726; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is looking for an Integrated Preschool Special Education Teacher to support preschool children's learning and development. The ideal candidate will create tailored instruction that fosters communication, motor skills, social-emotional skills, and academic learning. Responsibilities include collaborating with staff, implementing IEP goals, and ensuring compliance with special education regulations. A Bachelor's Degree and relevant certifications are required. This position offers a supportive work environment focused on student engagement and early childhood standards.

Qualifications

• Five years of successful experience in teaching or administration preferred.
• Experience with integrated preschool instruction preferred.
• Must meet RI Department of Education certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement instruction to develop various skills.
• Ensure compliance with special education regulations.
• Facilitate and participate in IEP meetings.

Skills

Integrated preschool instruction

Communication skills

Social-emotional skills

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration in a team

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized and accredited college

Master’s Degree in Special Education

Job description

Job Title:Integrated Preschool Special Education Teacher	Location: Inclusionary Preschool - Subject to Change
Class Title: Exempt- WTA	Effective Date:07/30/2026
Salary Range: $51,181.58 - $95,726.51	Hours per week:1.0 FTE

Job Summary:WesterlyPublic Schoolsseeksa highly effective preschool dual certified special educator/early childhood teacher to join our InclusionaryPrekindergartenprogram.The successful candidate will have the skill set to create a safe learning environment where all students are engaged in learning at their readiness level towards RI Early Learning Standards.

Responsibilities:

• Designs and implements instruction thatdevelopscommunication skills, motor skills, social emotional skills, and academic learning skills.
• Provides small groupinstructionto students to meet their individualized IEP goals.
• Ensurescompliance with all special education regulations.
• Writes and implements goals andobjectivesconsistent withstudentsIndividualized Education Plan (IEP) and providestimelyand regular progress reports on student development.
• Conducts educational evaluations todeterminespecial education eligibility.
• Regularly assesses and collects data as needed to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Facilitate andparticipatein IEP meetings as a core team member, ensuring parents are active participants in the development of goals andobjectivesfor their child.
• Providestimelyand regular progress reports on student development and adjusts instruction based on regular assessments.
• Collaborates as a team member within preschool in supporting other staff members in responding to student's needs.
• Supervises paraprofessionals through specific expectations and feedback.
• Establish andmaintainregular, positive communication with familiesregardingstudent progress, achievements, and challenges through multiple channels
• Can convey content in creative and engaging ways that align to standards.
• Scaffolds and differentiates instructionin order forall students to develop their early learning skills.
• Seekstoparticipatein and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience:
• Minimum of five (5)yearssuccessful experience in teaching or administration is preferred.
• Experience with integrated preschool instruction preferred.
• Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized and accredited college or university.
• Master’s Degree in Special Educationis preferred.
• Certification & Licensing:
• Must meet the current RI Department of Education requirements for certification in Early Childhood Education and Special Education (Pre-K).