Special Education Teacher; grades 5

26-27 Special Education Teacher (grades 5,6)

Blackstone Valley Prep Upper Elementary School - Lincoln, Rhode Island

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Job : 5730446

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 6, 2026

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.

Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today. Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio‑economic, racial, and ethnic demographics. We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities.

Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now 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.

When required for the role, employees must hold and provide evidence of an appropriate Rhode Island certification by their date of hire. Rhode Island offers reciprocity with over 30 states across the country.

Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• 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)

Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• 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

BVP has a policy not to negotiate on salaries. Allowing for negotiations undermines the economic equity we strive for as an organization. Our transparent salary scale is based on the experience, competencies, and responsibilities required to thrive in this role.

In addition, Special Educators are expected to:

• Possess skills and experience in co‑teaching, case management, behavior management, and intervention techniques
• Be skilled in the use of Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plans as well as writing Individualized Education Plans
• Provide individual, group, and project‑based learning instruction designed to meet individual needs and help scholars excel
• Participate in…