Special Education Teacher [81464]

Onward Search Education; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized education staffing company is hiring a Special Education Teacher in Providence County, RI, for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year. The position involves developing IEPs, adapting curriculum for high-need students, and collaborating with other educational professionals. A Bachelor's degree in Special Education and a valid Rhode Island Teaching Certificate are required. This is a full-time in-person role dedicated to supporting students with significant learning and developmental needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with high academic, behavioral, or social-emotional needs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement IEPs and behavior intervention plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Adapt curriculum and instruction to meet high-need student requirements
• Collect and maintain data on student progress
• Implement behavior interventions and social-emotional supports
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, therapists, and families

Skills

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field

Valid Rhode Island Teaching Certificate in Special Education with Multilingual Learner (MLL) Endorsement

Job description

Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation’s top schools. We’re partnering with a school district in Providence County, RI to hire a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year.

This position provides the opportunity to work closely with students with significant learning and developmental needs, implementing specialized curriculum, behavior supports, and social-emotional learning strategies to help students succeed.

• Location: In-person in Providence County, RI; no hybrid or remote opportunities available.
• Schedule: Full-time; Monday- Friday
• Caseload: Approximately 12 Students
• Duration: Remainder of the 2025–2026 school year

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Adapt curriculum and instruction to meet high-need student requirements
• Collect and maintain data on student progress
• Implement behavior interventions and social-emotional supports
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, therapists, and families

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field
• Valid Rhode Island Teaching Certificate in Special Education with Multilingual Learner (MLL) Endorsement required
• Experience working with students with high academic, behavioral, or social-emotional needs
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement IEPs and behavior intervention plans
• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills

Why Apply?

If you’re passionate about creating positive change and supporting students’ success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!