Intensive Special Needs Teacher

Every Special Child LLC; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Referral Bonus

License reimbursement

Job summary

Every Special Child LLC in Rhode Island is seeking an Intensive Special Needs Teacher to join our educational team. The educator will create a supportive, structured learning environment for students with intensive special education needs and work with therapists and support professionals to implement individualized instruction.

The role emphasizes collaboration, ongoing assessment, and developing communication, social, emotional, and independent living skills to help each student succeed.

Qualifications

• Certification in Rhode Island Special Education or eligibility to obtain it.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Experience with intensive special education needs preferred.
• Knowledge of IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring.
• Experience with differentiated instruction and behavioral support.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized instruction aligned with IEPs.
• Provide specialized instruction to students with intensive needs.
• Create a safe, structured, positive classroom environment.
• Adapt curriculum and materials to meet individual student needs.
• Monitor progress, document, and communicate with families and school teams.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, related service providers, families and professionals.
• Implement positive behavioral interventions and supports.
• Support students in academic, communication, social, emotional, and independent living skills.
• Participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, and professional development.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Behavioral support

Strong communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Master's degree in Special Education

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Referral Bonus
• License reimbursement

Are you a passionate, compassionate, and dedicated educator who believes every student deserves the opportunity to succeed? We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly qualified Intensive Special Needs Teacher to join our educational team in Rhode Island! We are looking for an educator who is committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and structured learning environment for students with intensive special education needs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' lives while working alongside a collaborative team of educators, therapists, and support professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized instruction aligned with students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Provide specialized instruction to students with significant learning, developmental, behavioral, and communication needs.
• Create a safe, structured, positive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Adapt curriculum, teaching strategies, and instructional materials to meet individual student needs.
• Monitor student progress, maintain accurate documentation, and communicate progress with families and school teams.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, related service providers, families, and other educational professionals.
• Implement positive behavioral interventions and individualized behavior support strategies.
• Support students in developing academic, communication, social, emotional, functional, and independent living skills.
• Participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, professional development, and ongoing student assessments.

Qualifications & Requirements

Valid Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) certification in the appropriate special education teaching area, or eligibility to obtain the required certification.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or a related field.

Experience working with students with intensive special education needs is preferred.

Knowledge of IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring.

Experience with differentiated instruction, behavioral support, and individualized learning strategies.

Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and classroom management skills.

A genuine passion for supporting students with diverse abilities and learning needs.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on students and families.
• Collaborative and supportive educational environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Meaningful and rewarding work every day.
• A team that values compassion, creativity, dedication, and student success.

The Educator We Are Looking For

We want someone who sees potential in every student, celebrates small victories, embraces challenges, and understands that progress looks different for every learner.

Website: www.everyspecialchild.com

Hiring Team

Sam Mahmood

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