Transitional Learning Center Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.

• Comprehensive medical and dental plan
• Internal hiring to capitalize on individual strengths and interests
• Referral and return bonuses
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement
• All staff members receive 9 personal days per year
• Opportunities for curriculum development
• 401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%
• Generous parental leave benefits
• Matched flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
• Longevity Bonuses
• School‑aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)

• Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond
• Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community
• Cultivates the social and personal skills that will serve scholars in a complex world
• Is results driven, with excellent planning and organizing skills, and a "do whatever it takes" attitude and work ethic
• Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members
• Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies
• Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures
• Attends mandatory professional development sessions and family meet and greets

• Establishes clear expectations for systems and routines that align to the TLC Program Vision
• Provides direct, specialized instruction in a special class integrated in a school building
• Designs accommodations and modifications for instruction based on scholar need and implements the instruction of these lessons
• Collaborates with general educator, aide, and related service providers on the implementation of accommodations, modifications, and services
• Addresses academic, social‑emotional, and functional goals for identified scholars in regards to their specific IEP Goals
• Monitors, implements, and evaluates communication plans, behavior intervention plans, PCA, or IA plans as required based on individual scholar needs
• Oversees support staff assigned to the classroom, providing on‑site direction and training, as required, to address the academic, social‑emotional and functional needs of individual students
• Facilitates the Alternate Assessment process for assigned students
• Maintains ongoing professional communication with families and outside providers, as applicable
• Maintains compliance with special education regulations
• Case management services

• Successful applicants must hold an appropriate Rhode Island Special Educator certification by their date of hire;
  Special Education – Severe Intellectual Disability preferred
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in a diverse public school setting preferred, but not required
• Bilingual candidates preferred, but not required
• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Successful applicants must hold an appropriate Rhode Island teacher certification by their date of hire
• Certification(s) in relevant field
• CPI certification

• Please submit your resume and tailored cover letter online. Your cover letter should highlight your alignment with our mission. Your cover letter and resume should be saved with your first and last name. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team.
  
  If you are selected to advance in the hiring process, you will be contacted by a BVP team member

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.