Special Education Teacher - Warwick, Rhode Island

ProCare Therapy; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

ProCare Therapy seeks a Special Education Teacher for a K-12 therapeutic setting in Rhode Island. The role focuses on elementary students with high behavioral needs and a chance to influence learning and behavior through targeted supports.

Candidates must hold state certification in Elementary Special Education and bring experience with IEPs, collaboration with families, and crisis intervention strategies. This direct hire position offers stability and opportunities to grow within a supportive

Qualifications

• Must hold valid state certification in Elementary Special Education.
• Experience or training in environments with high behavioral needs preferred.
• Familiarity with IEP processes, goal-setting and implementing individualized interventions.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, evidence-based instruction tailored to individual student needs in an elementary therapeutic setting.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Utilize proactive behavior management strategies and crisis intervention as needed.
• Work with counselors, service providers, and families to ensure holistic student support.
• Document student progress and communicate regularly with families and staff.
• Maintain a safe, structured classroom where students can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Behavior management

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Elementary Special Education certification

Job description

Discover a rewarding career opportunity as a Special Education Teacher in a therapeutic K-12 school setting serving students with high behavioral needs. This direct hire position is focused within the elementary division, supporting young learners and helping them achieve their fullest potential in an environment designed for growth, stability, and progress.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid state certification in Elementary Special Education (required)
• Experience or training in environments with high behavioral needs strongly preferred
• Familiarity with IEP processes, goal-setting, and implementing individualized interventions
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive atmosphere for students with diverse learning and behavioral profiles
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams

Core Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver engaging, evidence-based instruction tailored to individual student needs within an elementary therapeutic setting
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with regulations and best practices
• Utilize proactive behavior management strategies and crisis intervention techniques as needed
• Work alongside team members including counselors, service providers, and families to ensure holistic support for every student
• Document student progress and communicate regularly with families and staff
• Create a safe, structured classroom where all students can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically

This opportunity offers the fulfillment of making a direct impact in the lives of students and their families while working in a supportive, specialized school environment. If you are passionate about special education and ready to use your skills to support elementary-aged students with behavioral needs, this role could be the perfect fit.

Compensation for this position ranges from $27.83 to $47.83. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.