Teacher - Special Education LEA (SY 26-27)

Providence School District; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Public Schools District seeks a SPECIAL EDUCATION LEA TEACHER to support students with disabilities and lead district initiatives in differentiation, IEP development, and RTI implementation. The role requires Structured Literacy proficiency within one year of hire and involves on-site district level professional development and collaboration with teachers.

The position reports to the Office of Specialized Instruction & Exceptional Student Services and may include after-school and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of reading and behavioral interventions.
• Knowledge of teacher as coach practices (demonstration lessons, observations, communication)
• Knowledge of RI Regulations Governing Students with Disabilities
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of differentiating instruction and Response to Intervention process
• Ability to conduct/provide professional development sessions after school and during the summer
• Knowledge of Common Core and Essential Elements as pertinent to level
• Knowledge of implementation and analysis of District assessment tools
• Knowledge of PBIS and its implementation
• Complete new hire compliance training prior to first day
• Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment criminal history background check
• Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school and district staff to improve academic achievement of students with disabilities.
• Design and deliver professional development for secondary teachers in differentiated instruction, IEP development/maps/cdp, and RI regulations governing students with disabilities.
• Assist teachers in planning, writing Transition IEPs, CDPs, and maps to meet needs of students with disabilities.
• Conduct student assessments providing comprehensive diagnostic evaluation of strengths and needs.
• Interpret and analyze data to develop intervention plans and ed planning.
• Assist teachers with implementation of RTI framework.
• Collaborate with adult agency providers (ORS, BHDDH).
• Attend professional development and training to enhance skills.
• Work with community and social service agencies to support student learning.
• Assist teachers in differentiating instruction and planning daily schedules.
• Support teams in developing procedures for special education areas (manifestations, new referrals, re-evaluations).
• Manage files and input IEP/evaluation data into district system; monitor compliance.
• Any other duties assigned by special education supervisor/administrator.
• Special Education Specialist reports to Special Education Directors.

Skills

Reading interventions

Differentiated instruction

Transition IEP development

Data analysis

Education

All Grades SPED PK-12

ESL Certification Preferred

Job description

Teacher - Special Education LEA (SY 26-27)

Providence School District Admin Special Education - Providence, Rhode Island

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Job Details

Job ID: 5933307

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Providence Public Schools District (PPSD) seeks an exceptional SPECIAL EDUCATION LEA TEACHER who is highly qualified and skillful to join our community of teachers, students and stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who seek a challenging yet rewarding teaching experience.

The Rhode Island Right to Read Act was passed in July of 2019 and requires educators to exhibit either proficiency in or awareness of the knowledge and practices of the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy. Please be advised that this position requires Structured Literacy Proficiency Level within one year of hire.

Job Goal:

To Provide school-based support for implementation of the RI Regulations Governing Students with Disabilities and of the district academic and behavioral interventions and to increase student achievement by enhanced instructional delivery and job embedded staff development.

Job Specification:

The position requires a Special Education LEA Teacher to work with classroom teachers, assisting them with the full implementation of the district’s initiatives as it pertains to students with disabilities and IEP development. The position entails providing school based support to secondary teachers and students, providing on site and district level professional development on transition IEP development, differentiating instruction, data analysis for improved student achievement and the implementation of RI Regulations Governing Students with Disabilities ensuring that the appropriate supports for teachers and students are in place.

Knowledge and implementation of academic assessments, progress monitoring tools in order to complete a comprehensive evaluation that diagnostically meet the needs of our students. Knowledge of response to intervention as well as current research based strategies and interventions as they relate to both academic and behavioral needs. The Special Education LEA Teacher will be under the immediate supervision of the Office of Specialized Instruction & Exceptional Student Services.

Assignments will be based on district and school needs.

Up to five (5) extra days

We serve approximately 22,000 students at 37 elementary, middle, and high schools. Approximately 55% of students come from homes where English is not the primary language spoken. Combined, our students and families speak 55 different languages and hail from 91 countries of origin.

In PPSD, the teachers and leaders set high expectations for academic achievement, provide equal access to differentiated instruction, and endeavor to close the achievement and opportunity gap among historically marginalized subgroups within the schools. PPSD is a great place for those who desire an environment that supports their creativity and ingenuity, and respects their credentials and abilities as a teacher.

REPORTS TO: The Office of Specialized Instruction & Exceptional Student Services

**Contingent upon funding**

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and guidance for the purpose of enabling teachers to improve their practice.
• Knowledge of reading and behavioral interventions
• Knowledge of “teacher as coach practices” (e.g. demonstration lessons, observations, communication skills)
• Knowledge of RI Regulations Governing Students with Disabilities
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of differentiating instruction and Response to Intervention process.
• Conduct and/or attend professional development sessions after school and during the summer.
• Knowledge of Common Core and Essential Elements as pertinent to level.
• Knowledge of Implementation and analysis of District assessment tools
• Knowledge of PBIS and its implementation
• You must complete the new hire compliance training prior to your first day of employment
• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check. Selected candidates cannot begin work until passing their background check.
• Bilingual Preferred

RIDE Certification Requirements:

• AllGrades Special Education Teacher,PK-12

ESL Certification Preferred

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with school and district level staff to continuously improve the academic achievement of students with disabilities.
• Design and deliver research based professional development for secondary teachers in differentiating instruction, IEP development/Maps/CDPs, and the implementation of the RI regulations governing students with disabilities.
• Assist teachers in the preparation, planning, and writing of Transition IEPs, CDPs, and Maps that best meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Conduct student assessments that provide a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation of student strengths and needs.
• Interpret and analyze data to complete intervention plans and individualized educational planning and development.
• Assist teachers with the implementation of response to Intervention framework.
• Collaborate with adult agency providers (ORS, BHDDH…)
• Attend professional development and specified training to enhance skills.
• Work collaboratively with community and social service agencies to enhance student learning and transition to school.
• Assist teachers in differentiating instruction and planning for lessons when appropriate as well as developing daily schedules/routines.
• Support teams in developing procedures for special education related areas including, but not limited to manifestations, new referrals, re-evaluations, etc.
• Manage files and input IEP and evaluation compliance information into the district’s computer management system.
• Monitor compliance and report any issues or concerns to the direct supervisor.
• Any and all other duties as assigned by special education supervisor/administrator.
• Special Education Specialist will report to directly to the Special Education Directors.

EEO Statement

Providence Public Schools is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is actively seeking to increase minority recruitment among its administrators and teaching staff. PSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status. All programs are open to all individuals, regardless of their race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status.

Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work

Providence Public School District participates in E-Verify . Federal law requires all participating employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Please review the following posters for more information:

• Notice of E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish)
• IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,156 to $94,541 Per Year

Contact Information

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