Special Education Teacher - Long Term Sub

Forest Avenue Elementary School; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Avenue Elementary School in Middletown, RI is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a long-term substitute role, starting January 25, 2027. The position requires certification and experience with IEP processes, collaboration with staff, and data-based progress monitoring.

The candidate will support students in the least restrictive environment, coordinate with related service providers, and communicate progress to families and administration while fostering a positive learning

Qualifications

• Certification of Science of Reading and Structured Literacy required for the assignment.
• Experience collaborating with related service providers to maximize outcomes.
• Experience with IEP processes and progress reporting.
• 3+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Special Education; valid RIDE certification.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Special Education student success in the least restrictive environment.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and related service providers.
• Document progress and communicate with parents and administration.
• Provide direct and indirect instructional support and data collection.

Skills

Science of Reading

Collaboration with educators

Data collection & progress monitoring

Crisis management

Behavior intervention strategies

IEP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Special Education

RIDE Certification

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Long Term Sub

Middletown Public Schools Forest Avenue Elementary School - Middletown, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Jan 25, 2027

Job Description

The job of " Special Education Teacher" is done for the purpose(s) of facilitating Special Education student success in the least restrictive environment in the areas of academics, behavior regulation, interpersonal/social skills, self-management, and activities of daily living through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing specific needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, and to ensure access to general education curriculum and non-disabled peers to the greatest extent possible.

A primary focus is the establishment of a positive learning environment that promotes a high level of achievement for all students while considering the background and developmental level of the individual student. This teacher will work collaboratively with general education teachers, special educators, administration, Speech and Language Pathologist, Other Related Service Providers, Psychologist, and paraprofessionals to provide appropriate services and supports to meet the myriad of student needs.

Job Details

Application Deadline: Nov 03, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 25, 2027

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• All educators hired by MPS must provide Certification of demonstrated Proficiency or Awareness in Science of Reading and Structured Literacy, appropriate to the work assignment.
• Collaborate with other educators and related service providers to maximize student outcomes
• Build trusting relationships with and support faculty, staff, students, and parents
• Consistently provide functional skill development, accommodations and appropriate modifications to the curriculum per Individual Education Programs and collect data regarding progress toward goals.
• Demonstrate an understanding of functional skills and implement a system of positive behavior interventions
• Familiarity with IEP process and reporting
• Skills in managing challenging student behaviors strongly preferred
• Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment
• Assist in collection of data for providing appropriate classroom interventions
• Maintain appropriate records for the purpose of continuous progress monitoring
• All educators hired by MPS must provide Certification of demonstrated Proficiency or Awareness in Science of Reading and Structured Literacy, appropriate to the work assignment.
• Work directly with students in classroom and/or other environments, as necessary, to model behavior intervention strategies for staff
• Provide direct instruction to students in social skills, self-regulation strategies
• The ability and willingness to support and physically manage crisis as needed
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Special Education
• Valid certification from RIDE
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Leslie Brow , Director of Student Services
• Oliphant School
• 26 Oliphant Lane
• Middletown, Rhode Island 02842
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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