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Special Education Teacher [83492]

Onward Education

Providence, RI

Filed under Education

Full job description

Onward Search Education is partnering with a school district in Providence County, Rhode Island to hire Special Education Teachers for the 2026/2027 school year. This is an on-site opportunity supporting elementary special education (Grades K–8) within specialized programs/classrooms.


As a Special Education Teacher, you’ll provide highly individualized instruction and targeted supports for students with disabilities, helping them access curriculum, build skills, and thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.


Position Details:

  • Location: On-site
  • Schedule: 35 hours/week
  • School Year: 2026/2027


Responsibilities:

  • Deliver individualized and small-group instruction aligned to student goals and present levels.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain compliant IEPs (goals, accommodations, services, progress monitoring).
  • Differentiate instruction and provide interventions using evidence-based special education practices.
  • Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and school teams to support inclusion and access.
  • Implement classroom supports/structures as needed (e.g., sensory supports, adaptive tools, behavior supports).
  • Communicate proactively with families and contribute to meetings, documentation, and progress updates.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Special Education or related field.
  • Appropriate Rhode Island teaching licensure/certification for Special Education (or ability to obtain).
  • Experience supporting students with disabilities in school-based settings (elementary preferred).
  • Strong skills in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and progress monitoring/data collection.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and communicate clearly with families.


What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay and benefits package (health, dental, vision options may be available)
  • Weekly pay and streamlined onboarding support
  • Dedicated recruiter support from the Onward Search Education team
  • Access to a strong network of school-based opportunities


Why Apply?

At Onward Search Education, we connect passionate educators with schools where they can make a measurable difference. If you’re driven to support students with specialized learning needs through high-impact instruction and compassionate, structured supports, this role offers the chance to do meaningful work—every day—within a mission-aligned school community.


Ready to join us?

Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!

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