Early Childhood Special Education Teacher [part-time Job North Providence area,Rhode Island USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Early Childhood Special Education Teacher [part-time]

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher [Part-Time]

North Providence Public Schools Woodhaven Elementary School - North Providence, Rhode Island

Job Description

North Providence Public Schools is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Early Childhood Special Education Teacher [part-time] for Woodhaven Elementary School/District Wide. Let's make a difference together at North Providence Public Schools! Apply today to be part of a community that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in education. The Early Childhood Special Education Teacher [part-time] vacancy at Woodhaven/District Wide is considered a highly specialized position.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

Coordinate early intervention transitions and incoming referrals.

Schedule individualized education program (IEP) meetings for incoming families, ensuring appropriate documentation is provided to families ahead of time.

Conduct developmental and educational assessments, including observations, and complete all corresponding evaluation write-ups.

Attend Rhode Island Itinerant Early Childhood Special Education training (RI-IECSE) (Itinerant model) as needed; willingness to complete training if not already certified.

Serve as local education agency (LEA) representative for eligibility and IEP meetings upon request from the Early Childhood Director.

Act as a professional representative for North Providence Public Schools when collaborating with families, staff, and outside community stakeholders.

Complete IEPs and child outcomes summary (COS) entry forms for all incoming pre-kindergarten students.

Provide coverage for pre-kindergarten classrooms as needed.

Attend required Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards (RIELDS) training necessary for Bright Stars Certification.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the building principal, the director of early childhood, director of student services and/or their designee(s).

Welcome to Woodhaven Elementary School

Woodhaven Elementary School is a PK-5 school located in the community of North Providence. Woodhaven has a strong neighborhood identity, as a number of families walk their children to school each morning. At Woodhaven we believe in building positive relationships within our school community where student and family voice, choice and interests are valued. In our classrooms students are driving their learning by actively engaging in rigorous lessons while setting goals, reflecting on progress, and working towards mastering skills.

At Woodhaven, students are encouraged to put forth their best effort and display positive character traits. Students do not go unrecognized when they display respect, responsibility and safety to self and others. Woodhaven students are fortunate to participate in a number of after school activities ran by our active PTA, as well as a number of teachers and support professionals. Activities include a Grades 4 and 5 Drama Club, yearbook, and book clubs, to name a few!

We also have Kids Klub at Woodhaven, which provides before and after school care to assist our working parents. Woodhaven students engage in a curriculum based on the Common Core Standards. Teachers use a variety of materials to help meet the needs of all learners including My Math, Wonders, Fundations, Amplify Science, and IXL. Each student has a Chromebook which allows us to personalize learning!

The Woodhaven school community certainly recognizes the importance of creating a strong foundation for students in order for them to achieve academic success and lifelong learning.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The North Providence School Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestral origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Superintendent's office to request reasonable accommodation to participate in a program or activity sponsored by the North Providence School Department.

Job Requirements

Candidates must be certified by the Rhode Island Department of Education the following areas:

- Early Childhood Education Teacher, Grades PK - 3;

- Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Birth through Grade 3

Qualifications:
Valid Safety Care/CPI certification, preferred.
Documented experience and/or training with students who are differently abled and with students who have behaviors that interfere with learning.
Ability to assist students when met with a challenge by physical needs, such as outbursts, running, etc.
A sympathetic understanding for students who are differently abled.
Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment in resolving problems.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to create positive relationships and work collaboratively.
Strong oral, organizational and written skills with an excellent attention to detail.
Knowledge of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA),…