Special Education Teacher

Tides Family Services, Inc.; Warwick, Northern (RI, KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tides Family Services, Inc. is seeking a dedicated educator to monitor student learning and deliver instruction aligned with our curriculum, while using data to drive decisions.

You will create a structured, positive classroom environment for students with significant trauma backgrounds, plan differentiated lessons, and monitor IEP goals and progress, working with families and colleagues to support student success.

Qualifications

• Foundational instructional experience in K-12 or equivalent
• Ability to develop differentiated instruction
• Experience assessing and supporting students with diverse needs
• Familiarity with IEPs, goals, and accommodations
• Strong communication with families and school teams

Responsibilities

• Monitor student learning and provide academic instruction aligned with the curriculum.
• Create a positive, structured learning environment aligned with school values and expectations.
• Develop classroom environments suitable for trauma-affected youth.
• Plan differentiated lessons with data-driven adjustments.
• Monitor IEP goals and progress notes; communicate with families regularly.

Skills

Data-driven instruction

IEP progress monitoring

Classroom management

Communication with families

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Education or related

Teacher Certification

Master's in Special Education (Preferred)

Rhode Island Special Education certification (Preferred)

Driver's license

ESL/ELL certificate (Preferred)

Job description

Description

• Monitor student learning and provide academic instruction by implementing the curriculum with fidelity and using data for driving instruction.
• Create a positive, structured learning environment to ensure that students observe the school's core values and high expectations.
• Develop a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students with a significant trauma background.
• Effectively plan and use appropriate instructional interventions, strategies, activities, materials, and equipment to add educational value for each student. ESL, GT, at-risk, etc.
• Prepare lesson plans aligned with the set curriculum including differentiated instruction based on the students' strengths and different learning styles.
• Implement effective classroom management based on pedagogical practice.
• Commit to professional growth, participating actively in department meetings, faculty meetings, and professional development initiatives.
• Participate in the extracurricular activities hosted at Tides' School, collaborate within the team, and meet all professional responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively with students, families and colleagues.
• Monitor IEP goals, objectives, modifications, accommodations, and incorporate into daily lessons.
• Develop quarterly IEP progress notes.
• Ensure fall/spring progress monitoring in reading and math.
• Engage families in their childrens' education by building relationships and maintaining regular communications.

Requirements

Critical Knowledge/Skills

• Foundational educational experience with a minimum of 0-2 years experience in academia in K-12, charter or other non-traditional schools.
• A demonstrated solid track record of providing the academic learning that ensures excellence in curriculum, teaching, research, advocacy and public outreach.
• Capacity for intellectual, physical and social development of at-risk youth, through a comprehensive program that promotes academic excellence and prepares its students for success in school and in life.

Degrees/Certifications/Licenses

• Bachelors Degree in Education/Closely Related – Required
• Teacher Certification - completed or in process
• Masters Degree in Special Education – Preferred
• Rhode Island certification as a special education teacher – Preferred
• Valid driver's license and registered/inspected vehicle – Required
• ESL / ELL certificate or endorsement