Special Education: Resource Teacher, (Middle Grades, 4-8), Lower Academy (K-8)

Young World Physical Education; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Childcare reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A public charter school network in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, is seeking a dedicated Resource Teacher for Grades 4-8 to provide high-quality Special Education services. This role emphasizes collaboration with leadership, curriculum implementation, and fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor’s Degree and current Special Education certification, along with strong communication skills. Comprehensive health benefits and a competitive compensation package are offered. Apply today to make a difference in scholar achievement.

Qualifications

• Required to have a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Must possess current Special Education certification.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality Special Education services to students in Grades 4-8.
• Work closely with school and network leadership.
• Implement RISE Prep Academies Academic Program.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal communication skills

Technological proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Special Education certification

Science of Reading training

Job description

RISE Prep Mayoral Academy (RI) RISE Prep Lower Academy - Woonsocket, Rhode Island

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Be a Resource Teacher at RISE Prep Academies. RISE Prep Academies knows that educator quality is the most important factor driving scholar achievement. We are seeking educators who believe strongly in our mission and whose actions demonstrate high expectations for themselves, scholars, families, and colleagues. We hire smart, driven people who are relentless in their work and have the characteristics and experiences necessary to deliver ambitious results for scholars. RISE Prep Academies prioritizes professional development and growth for each of its educators.

About RISE Prep Academies

RISE Prep Academies is a college preparatory K-12 public charter school network based in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, where college preparation begins in Kindergarten. Approved by the Rhode Island Board of Education in October 2014, we opened our doors to our founding class of kindergarteners in August 2015 and our founding High School class in August of 2024. Through a rigorous curriculum, highly structured learning environment, and character education, RISE Prep Academies ensures that all Kindergarten through 12th grade scholars achieve the academic skills, content knowledge, and character required for the path to college or career. RISE Prep Academies is committed to establishing intentionally diverse schools that enroll from both urban and suburban communities. We believe that part of our mission is to teach the importance and value of diversity within classrooms and communities. RISE Prep curriculum will include a community engagement component to ensure habits of service, helping, and kindness are fostered within our scholars to shape engaged and caring members of their communities.

RISE Prep Academies is built upon six critical elements:

• A rigorous college preparatory program focused on literacy and math
• A joyful culture with structure and discipline
• Recruiting and developing excellent teachers
• An extended school day for scholars
• Partnerships with families and communities
• Use of data to strategically propel scholar achievement

All educators at RISE Prep Academies will:

• Embody RISE Prep’s mission, vision, and RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Self‑Determination, Excellence)
• Believe in the urgency and importance of providing an outstanding college preparatory academic and character education to all scholars
• Take ownership for the achievement results of their scholars
• Have a track record of producing dramatic, demonstrable scholar achievement gains or comparable results in their current field
• Work well within a team and approach all work with positivity and determination
• Be goal‑driven, analytical problem solvers, and embody a can‑do spirit and strong work ethic
• Promote continuous improvement by being self‑reflective and open to feedback
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written skills
• Communicate effectively with scholars, families, and colleagues

Responsibilities

The primary role of the Lower Academy Special Education Resource Teacher is to provide high‑quality Special Education services and case management to scholars in Grades 4‑8 with significant needs that require intensive and/or individualized instruction in both academics and social‑emotional learning. This teacher will work in close partnership with school and network leadership to uphold a strong vision and programming for this classroom, including providing academic and behavioral support to scholars, scheduling and facilitating team meetings, drafting IEPs, monitoring progress of goals, and ensuring compliance with all Special Education Law.

• Implement RISE Prep Academies Academic Program to ensure strong proficiency in grade‑level literacy and math
  • Implement and adapt high‑quality, standards‑aligned curriculum and instructional materials grounded in the CCSS and RISE Prep’s scope and sequences and aligned to scholars’ Individualized Education Programs (IEP): Grades 4‑8 English, Math, Social‑Emotional Learning, etc.
  • Uphold the belief that providing access to grade‑level materials, supplemented with strategic just‑in‑time supports, such as scaffolds and targeted interventions, is the most effective way to meet the diverse needs of learners in the K‑12 classroom
  • Differentially adapt classroom instruction to meet the needs of different learners, including providing relevant accommodations where appropriate and adapting curricular resources to meet the specific individual needs of scholars, including those with IEPs, 504 Accommodation Plans, and Multilingual Learners (MLLs)
• Foster a joyful school community and structured learning environment
  • Establish a positive and supportive culture of learning and achievement, cultivating scholar interest in content areas and reinforcing the value and relevance of learning by connecting it to real‑world applications and careers
  • Create and maintain clear expectations, routines, and procedures to effectively and proactively manage classroom/scholar behavior, and efficiently use instructional time to maximize scholar learning
• Consistently implement school‑wide systems and employ classroom systems aligned to the school’s and RISE Academies’ vision, including supporting a morning meeting/advisory structure aligned to Move this World across K‑8
• Use data to inform instruction, support the range of learner needs, and achieve high levels of success in the RISE Prep Academies classroom
  • Engage in cycles of data collection, review, action planning, and progress monitoring with coach, members of content/grade‑level teams, and/or members of the school/RISE Prep Academies leadership to ensure scholar mastery of grade‑level standards and expectations
  • Utilize formative and summative assessments of scholar mastery to drive instructional planning and provide feedback to scholars
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and development as a professional
  • Use feedback to make productive changes in performance and continuously improve effectiveness in all instructional practices and job‑related administrative tasks
  • Collaborate with other staff members and actively participate in training, professional development, and learning activities to increase impact as an educator
• Communicate and collaborate with critical stakeholders and colleagues to ensure a well‑rounded scholar experience
  • Communicate with families and teachers about scholar progress on a regular basis and as outlined in their IEP
  • Work collaboratively with grade/content team to align supports and ensure a positive scholar experience
  • Participate in additional activities including field trips, intensive academic support sessions, and other required programs and events as needed throughout the year outside of the established school day

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree
  • Current Special Education certification or enrollment in coursework leading to Special Education certification
  • Enrollment or completion of required Science of Reading training in alignment with the Rhode Island Rights to Read Act
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication in English
  • Technological proficiency and comfort with using online platforms
• Preferred:
  • Prior teaching experience with measurable results, especially teaching Special Education in a resource classroom setting
  • Experience and comfort with high‑quality instructional materials (e.g., K‑8: Eureka/Eureka Math 2, Wit & Wisdom, Amplify Science; 9‑12: StudySync, Illustrative Math, etc.)
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills and personal organizational systems, particularly pertaining to time and task management
  • Certification as an Early Childhood Special Educator (K‑2) and/or Severe Intellectual Disability Teacher (PK‑12)
  • Fluency in a language other than English, particularly languages spoken by RISE Prep families (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, French, Wolof, etc.)

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package and comprehensive health benefits. Additionally, RISE Prep offers childcare reimbursement, MLL certification fellowship pathways, tuition reimbursement, investment in Special Education certification, and a vacation package. Final salary will be determined by years of experience, education, and current certification.

Apply Today

• Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
• For more information about our school or career opportunities at RISE Prep, visit our website: www.riseprepri.org

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Roaslind Dacruz
• 30 Cumberland Street
• Woonsocket, Rhode Island 02895
• Phone: (401) 215‑5039
• Email: [e-mail]