Special Education Teacher - Pawtucket, Rhode Island

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Location Pawtucket, RI
Discipline Special Education Teacher
Date Posted October 06, 2026

Job Description

Step into a meaningful contract opportunity supporting the growth and success of students with special needs. An experienced Special Education Teacher is needed to fill a maternity leave at an elementary school, working with a dedicated high-functioning life skills class for approximately three months.

Youll engage with a small caseload of about 8 students, supported by a team of three talented Teacher Assistants, ensuring individualized attention and growth. The assignment runs weekdays from 8:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. (with a 30-minute unpaid lunch), beginning mid-October and concluding in mid-January. You will have the chance to collaborate with school staff and positively influence students daily experiences, as well as guide and inspire Teacher Assistants in the classroom environment.

Qualifications:

  • Valid and active Special Education Educator Certificate.
  • Proven experience as a Special Education Teacher, ideally in elementary settings.
  • Familiarity with high-functioning life skills instruction.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and behavior management skills.
  • Able to adapt instructional approaches to individual learning needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver individualized instruction to a small life skills class.
  • Write and implement IEP goals, documenting student progress.
  • Foster a safe, positive, and engaging classroom environment.
  • Work collaboratively with Teacher Assistants to maximize instructional support.
  • Communicate regularly with families, related services staff, and administrators.
  • Monitor and adapt strategies to promote each students success and independence.

This position is fully onsite, offering the reward of face-to-face engagement every day in a supportive school environment. If youre a passionate special educator ready for an impactful short-term assignment, we encourage you to submit your resume and apply today. Help shape brighter futuresyour next challenge awaits!

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.93 to $46.93. 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.

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