Elementary Special Education Teaching Fellow

26-27 Elementary Special Education Teaching Fellow

Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School 2 – Cumberland, Rhode Island

BVP is an intentionally diverse network of tuition‑free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools, BVP offers a high‑quality school choice to the families of Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket. The mission of Blackstone Valley Prep is to prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond. BVP’s scholars will graduate empowered as learners, individuals, and community members to access opportunities and break down barriers.

The school emphasizes diversity and equity in every aspect of learning and staff composition.

• 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
• Rotate into various teaching and support positions within a designated school
• Execute academically rigorous lesson plans and administer directives with fidelity and efficiency
• Implement classroom management practices that are consistent with the culture of the school
• Give and receive constructive feedback from teachers and administration to create a professional working atmosphere conducive to change and improvement
• Collect progress monitoring data to support behavior intervention plans and academic interventions
• Work with scholars in 1:1 and/or small group settings to support behavior and academic needs
• Support the TLC Program with daily classroom management and routines (individualized support/crisis plans, behavior charts, token economy system, etc.)
• Support scholars with transition‑related school activities (participating in enrichment, general education setting, lunch, recess, etc.)
• Support the special education teacher with family communication as needed
• Assist in the use of toilet facilities when necessary
• Participate in TLC clinical team meetings when appropriate

• Bachelor’s degree or 2‑year Associate’s degree (60 credits) required
• Bilingual candidates preferred but not required
• Commitment to working with a diverse student and staff population

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 can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements for this position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team.

Selected applicants 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.