Middle School Special Education Teacher

Job Location

Warwick, RI

Teach students with significant emotional/behavioral disorders in a clinical day-school setting. Develop and monitor student Individual Education Programs (IEP) in accordance with Department of Education regulations and standards.

• Develop content specific lesson plans in accordance with established curriculum and Department of Education Grade Span Expectations and Grade Level Expectations.
• Teach academic courses as assigned, in correlation with written lesson plans.
• Develop and monitor appropriate academic goals and short term objectives for student's Individual Educational Programs (IEP).
• Conduct Educational Assessments, as warranted.
• Provide behavioral support and follow established behavior management plans with students.
• Maintain a daily grade/participation record and report academic progress quarterly in a manner consistent with Thrive standards.
• Assist with the physical management of physically aggressive or violent students. Completing all appropriate documentation per Department of Education regulations.
• Engage students in an appropriate manner and use appropriate reinforcement techniques.
• Attend and participate in daily multidisciplinary team meetings (debrief) and weekly staff meetings.

• Attend all agency/department required training and meetings within the prescribed period.
• Attend all Safety Training programs and be able to describe his/her responsibilities related to the general safety, department safety, and specific job-related hazards and responsibilities.
• Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all clients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
• Embrace Thrive's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission Statement and Definitions.
• Present a neat appearance in proper attire and identification as required by the position, department and agency policies and procedures.
• Work the hours and/or shifts assigned, and begin and end on time.
• Carry and enliven a positive Thrive image consistent with the Thrive's Guiding Principles and professional code of ethics.
• Function, as member of a team, i.e., be a "Team Player".

Education, Experience and

Competencies:

• Bachelor's Degree in Teaching or Education.
• Experience working with children who have behavioral or emotional disabilities.

Certifications, Licenses Requirements:

• Rhode Island Teaching certificate in K-12.
• Certification in Special Education preferred.
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance which meets Rhode Island minimum standards required, or the ability to obtain necessary transportation in order to perform the responsibilities/tasks of the job.