Secondary Special Education Teacher- Barrington Middle School Job Barrington area,Rhode Island USA,Education / Teaching

Secondary Special Education Teacher – Barrington Middle School

Barrington Public Schools, Barrington Middle School – Barrington, Rhode Island

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Secondary Special Education Teacher

Title: Secondary Special Education Teacher

Qualifications

Secondary Special Education Teacher Certification granted by the Rhode Island Department of Education
Experience providing Specially Designed Instruction (SDI), developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and collaborating on a multi‑disciplinary team
Master’s Degree preferred
Experience with developing and implementing transition IEPs
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, respect, and equity in education

Reports To

Building Administrator / Director of Pupil Personnel

Job Goal

To provide special education to support the academic achievement, social/behavioral skills, and emotional well‑being of Barrington students.

Performance Responsibilities

Adheres to federal and state special education regulations.

Communicates high and clear expectations for students.

Instills a growth mindset in students.

Fosters independence and grit in all learners.

Evidences knowledge and understanding of high and low incidence disabilities.

Demonstrates knowledge and skills in providing Specially Designed Instruction (SDI).

Provides special education to students in the general education classroom and special class settings.

Provides evidence‑based academic instruction and interventions in accordance with ESSA and student IEPs.

Provides evidenced‑based interventions in the areas of executive functioning and social/emotional and behavior.

Provides transition services.

Administers and analyzes a variety of assessments (academic achievement, diagnostic, screening, progress monitoring, observations, etc.) and shares findings with key stakeholders.

Develops, implements, and monitors meaningful and measurable IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).

Provides consultation to teachers regarding accommodations and modifications.

Coordinates the support services of Teacher Assistants for students on caseload.

Communicates regularly with students and parents about academic, behavioral, social/emotional needs and progress; reports urgent concerns immediately.

Serves as a member of Evaluation and IEP Teams.

Facilitates meetings.

Collects and analyzes student progress monitoring data to make instructional decisions.

Communicates regularly with Building Administrators and Director and Assistant Director of Pupil Personnel.

Has solid knowledge of the Common Core State Standards and Essential Elements.

Follows school policy and procedures, respecting professional boundaries.

Identifies student needs and collaborates with other staff to resolve learning problems.

Maintains thorough records for each student.

Attends staff development, curriculum meetings, and professional activities.

Creates and implements performance tasks, formative and summative assessments aligned to Common Core and 21st‑century skills.

Disseminates accurate and positive information about school and district initiatives.

Supports efficient, effective, and collaborative management of school operations.

Utilizes understanding of students’ interests and experiences to create connections to content.

Designs lessons that extend beyond factual recall, encouraging higher‑level cognitive skills and inquiry.

Creates learning groups for collaboration and independence.

Uses varied communication strategies to engage students and enrich discourse.

Provides students opportunities to self‑evaluate and set learning goals.

Implements federal, state, district, and school initiatives to improve teaching and learning.

Interacts professionally, fairly, and equitably with students, colleagues, parents, and agencies.

Exhibits reliable attendance, punctuality, and professional ethics; completes required forms and data accurately and timely.

Performs additional duties as assigned.

Pedagogies for Deep Learning

Provides opportunities for reading high‑quality texts and applying knowledge through discussions, writing, and project‑based learning.
Develops knowledge of culturally responsive and sustaining teaching practices.
Applies…