Special Education Teacher

Job Summary

A Special Education Teacher is needed at The Groden School in Providence, RI. The position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus, small class size, exceptional support team, and competitive benefits package.

About the Role

This is a full-time position (M-F 8:15AM-3:30PM; Tuesdays are 8:15AM-4:15PM) for a classroom serving middle school students with disabilities in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate individualized student programs
• Develop and monitor IEP goals and instructional plans
• Create structured, engaging learning environments
• Schedule, implement, and oversee daily programming
• Collaborate with behavior specialists, therapists, families, and support staff
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of student and staff documentation
• Foster a classroom culture that supports learning, communication, and positive behavior

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Rhode Island Department of Education certification in Severe/Profound Special Education (Emergency Certifications considered)
• CPR/First Aid Certification (training provided if needed)
• Safety Care Training (training provided if needed)
• At least one year of experience as a special education teacher (preferred)

Qualifications

• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Genuine passion for supporting children with complex learning needs

Skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in special education
• Experience with data collection and analysis

Benefits

• Company-paid 80% of Health Insurance
• Company-paid 100% of Dental Insurance (Individual)
• Vision Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
• Free Long Term Disability Insurance
• Free Life Insurance
• AFLAC
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid CEUs
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay

$60,000 - $90,738 Annually (Based on education & experience)

Schedule

M-F 8:15AM-3:30PM; Tuesdays are 8:15AM-4:15PM