Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Westerly Public Schools (RI) – Westerly Middle School, Westerly, Rhode Island

Job : 5829537

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Title: District Special Educator

Location: District – Westerly Middle School

Class

Title:

Regular – Exempt – WTA

Effective Date: 8/24/2026

Salary: $51,181.58 – $95,726.51 per year

Hours per Week: Full Time – FTE 1.0

General Statement: This position will provide direct service to special education students; evaluate students for eligibility; provide a summary of assessments; attend evaluation team meetings; administer standardized tests; observe student(s) to determine performance levels.

• Develop and implement research‑based specially designed instruction (SDI) tailored to meet the unique needs of students with mild and moderate disabilities.
• Adapt general education curricula to ensure students can access the grade‑level content while meeting their specific IEP goals.
• Evaluate students for special education eligibility.
• Partner with general education teachers in an inclusion setting to provide push‑in SDI and ensure the implementation of accommodations in the general classroom.
• Provide direct service to the needs of special education students.
• Oversee and provide case management of students, ensuring all legal timelines for annual reviews and three‑year re‑evaluations are met.
• Prepare reports of formal and informal assessments.
• Attend and participate in evaluation team meetings.
• Develop comprehensive IEPs, including Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) and measurable annual goals.
• Facilitate IEP meetings with parents, administrators, and related service providers (SLPs, OTs, etc.).
• Coordinate with students and families to develop transition plans focusing on post‑education, vocational training, and independent living.
• Implement and monitor BIPs for students, utilizing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to maintain a productive learning environment.
• Manage escalated classroom situations with approved de‑escalation techniques, prioritizing student safety and dignity.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Experience:
  
  Knowledge of school education; case management; ability to write IEPs and conduct evaluations.
• Ability to provide direct service to students both in and out of the classroom.
• Ability to physically provide classroom control.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Certification & Licensing:
  Must meet current RI Department of Education requirements for certification in Special Education grades K‑8.
• Authorized to work in the USA.
• Current national background check without disqualifying results at time of hire.

Please note: As a District position, placement is always based on Student and District needs through the school year. We encourage internal movements that increase innovation and encourage employees to stay and grow within our District.

• Human Resources
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• Westerly, Rhode Island 02891
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