Media Teacher, South County Academy

Employer:

Family Service of Rhode Island
Exeter, RI 02822
Contact:
Genesis Fuentes
Phone:
Email:
Fuentesge

FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community.

Position Summary:

Curate, instruct, and manage digital and print resources, acting as both teacher and librarian to support 21st‑century literacy. Key duties include teaching information literacy, managing media center resources, instructing on digital tools, and collaborating with staff to integrate technology into the curriculum. Responsible for teaching students with significant emotional/behavioral needs in a clinical residential school setting. Develop and monitor student Individual Education Programs (IEP) in accordance with Department of Education regulations and standards.

Works collaboratively with the management team to ensure safety, stability, and professional guidance to students 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 as Teacher of regular or special education
• Knowledge base around subject matter (Media, Art, Phys Ed, Science, Math, English, History)
• 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 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
• Ability to be trained in and implement de‑escalation techniques utilizing Handle with Care when necessary

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.

Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130‑year track record of improving the health and well‑being of children and families. We are passionate about our mission to advance opportunity and hope. FSRI operates in three locations in Providence; and four locations in East Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield.

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1 position available at this time.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 through Monday, June 22, 2026