Special Education Teacher, South County Academy

Special Education Teacher, South County Academy

Employer:

Family Service of Rhode Island
Exter, RI 02822
Contact:
Genesis Fuentes
Phone:
Email:
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Provide specialized and individualized instruction for students with significant emotional/behavioral needs as well as learning needs in a clinical residential school setting. Develop and monitor student Individual Education Programs (IEP) in accordance with Department of Education regulations and standards. Work collaboratively with the management team to ensure safety, stability and wellbeing of residents in our care that have been placed through the Department of Children, Youth and Families.

This is a full-time, year-round position.

• Bachelor's Degree in Teaching or Education
• RI Certification in Special Education
• Experience with children with behavioral/psychiatric challenges
• Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programs
• Spanish speaking preferred and is compensated
• Excellent multitasking and communication skills a must
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, registration, and auto insurance
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Travel to and from community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
• Provide emergency coverage; ratio to the programs as needed

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.