Self-Contained​/Transitional Special Education Teacher; K-3), Lower Academy; K-8

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Job : 5599628
Final date to receive applications: Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Mar 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Be a Self-Contained/Transitional Special Education Teacher at RISE Prep Academies. RISE Prep Academies knows that educator quality is the most important factor driving scholar achievement. We are seeking educators who believe strongly in our mission and whose actions demonstrate high expectations for themselves, scholars, families, and colleagues. We hire smart, driven people who are relentless in their work and have the characteristics and experiences necessary to deliver ambitious results for scholars.

RISE Prep Academies prioritizes professional development and growth for each of its educators.

About RISE Prep Academies

RISE Prep Academies is a college preparatory K-12 public charter school network based in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, where college preparation begins in Kindergarten. Approved by the Rhode Island Board of Education in October 2014, we opened our doors to our founding class of kindergarteners in August 2015 and our founding High School class in August of 2024. Through a rigorous curriculum, highly structured learning environment, and character education, RISE Prep Academies ensures that all Kindergarten through 12th grade scholars achieve the academic skills, content knowledge, and character required for the path to college or career.

RISE Prep Academies is committed to establishing intentionally diverse schools that enroll from both urban and suburban communities. We believe that part of our mission is to teach the importance and value of diversity within classrooms and communities. RISE Prep curriculum will include a community engagement component to ensure habits of service, helping, and kindness are fostered within our scholars to shape engaged and caring members of their communities.

RISE Prep Academies is built upon six critical elements:

• A rigorous college preparatory program focused on literacy and math
• A joyful culture with structure and discipline
• Recruiting and developing excellent teachers
• An extended school day for scholars
• Partnerships with families and communities
• Use of data to strategically propel scholar achievement

All educators at RISE Prep Academies will:

• Embody RISE Prep’s mission, vision, and RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Self-Determination, Excellence)
• Believe in the urgency and importance of providing an outstanding college preparatory academic and character education to all scholars
• Take ownership for the achievement results of their scholars
• Have a track record of producing dramatic, demonstrable scholar achievement gains or comparable results in their current field
• Work well within a team and approach all work with positivity and determination
• Be goal-driven, analytical problem solvers, and embody a can-do spirit and strong work ethic
• Promote continuous improvement by being self-reflective and open to feedback
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written skills
• Communicate effectively with scholars, families, and colleagues

Responsibilities: The primary role of the Lower Academy Self-Contained/Transitional Special Education Teacher is to provide high-quality Special Education services and case management to scholars in Grades K-3 to scholars with significant needs that require a smaller classroom setting.
This role and programming is a new and exciting opportunity for RISE Prep Academies. We anticipate that this teacher will work in close partnership with school and network leadership to establish a strong vision and programming for this classroom, including providing academic and behavioral support to scholars, scheduling and facilitating team meetings, drafting IEPs, monitoring progress of goals, and ensuring compliance with all Special Education Law.

Specific roles and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Implement RISE Prep…