Summer Special Education Substitute Teacher

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young children with special needs? Are you looking for a unique opportunity to lead a highly supported, specialized classroom designed for success?

We are looking for a Special Education Substitute
Teacher for the summer for our RIDE‑approved classroom in Providence with the age group being 14-21 year-old students (Near Hope Street on the East Side of Providence
). This established program serves young learners with disabilities in a nurturing, innovative, and highly individualized environment—with a maximum of just ten students
.

Schedule: Monday
- Friday 8:15AM-3:30PM

Timeframe Needed: July 27, 2026 - August 21, 2026

Rate of Pay
: $186 per day

• Small class size (maximum of 10 students)
• Highly trained support staff with Bachelor’s‑level ABA and behavior management training
• Onsite collaboration with a BCBA, Occupational Therapist, and Speech‑Language Pathologist
• Strong administrative and clinical support

As the classroom teacher, you will:

• Lead and coordinate individualized student programs
• Develop and monitor IEP goals and instructional plans
• Design structured, engaging learning environments that promote growth and independence
• Schedule, implement, and oversee daily programming
• Collaborate closely with behavior specialists, therapists, families, and support staff
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of student and staff documentation
• Foster a classroom culture that supports learning, communication, and positive behavior

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field (
  Master’s preferred
  )
• Rhode Island Department of Education certification in either Severe/Profound Special Education (We will consider Emergency Certifications)
• At least one year of experience as a special education teacher is preferred
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with complex learning needs
• CPR/First Aid Certification (We provide training if needed)
• Safety Care Training (We provide training if needed)

Join a dedicated, collaborative team where your expertise is valued and your work truly matters. Together, we are fostering growth, independence, and lifelong learning for every child we serve.