Special Education Teacher Jobs in Rhode Island

A Special Education Teacher in secondary education is responsible for instructing and guiding students who have varying types of disabilities. These disabilities can be either physical, mental, emotional, or learning-related. These teachers are required to work alongside general education teachers, school counselors, and administrators to create individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to meet the specific needs of each student. They deliver lessons that are suitable for the abilities of all their students, while also assessing and reporting their progress to parents and relevant school officials.

Special Education Teachers should possess strong interpersonal skills, patience, organizational skills, and a deep understanding of the special needs of their students. They should have a bachelor's degree in special education, and in many cases, they need to acquire a master's degree in special education. Furthermore, they need to be certified by the state where they intend to practice. Prior to becoming a Special Education Teacher, a person might have roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Special Education Paraprofessional, or a General Education Teacher to gain relevant experience and skills.

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Special Ed. Teacher, Life Skills - East Providence High School (2)

  • East Providence, RI
  • 10 hours ago
  • East Providence, RI
  • 10 hours ago

education policies, completes relevant paperwork, presents assessment data and attends and actively contributes to special education meetings.7.Plans and prepares lessons to optimize student learning...

Special Education Teacher SY 25-26

  • Cranston, RI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 10 hours ago

Job Requirements Certification: Certified by Dept. of Ed. as Special Education Teacher Substitution: Experience working with children with and without disabilities and a willingness to get an emergency...

Pre K /Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

  • East Providence, RI
  • 10 hours ago
  • East Providence, RI
  • 10 hours ago

Serve as a Special Education Teacher - Oldham SchoolThe special educator plans and provides individualized and specialized instruction that is an appropriate and rigorous learning experience for students...

Special Education Teacher Assistant

  • Middletown, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Middletown, RI
  • 2 days ago

on their IEPs.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Under the direction of the Special Education Teacher the Special Education Teacher Assistant will:1.Assist in implementing IEP goals.2.Carry out small group instruction...

Long-term Special Education Teacher

  • Smithfield, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI
  • 3 days ago

Long-term Special Education Teacher Smithfield Public Schools Smithfield High School - Smithfield, Rhode Island This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board Job Details Job...

1.0 FTE Special Education Teacher - Wawaloam Elementary School

  • Exeter, RI
  • 7 days ago
  • Exeter, RI
  • 7 days ago

Job Requirements Must hold RI certification as a special education teacher for the identified grade span.Must meet state testing requirements (PRAXIS)....

Special Education Teacher (Supervisory Educator)

  • Coventry, RI
  • 9 days ago
  • Coventry, RI
  • 9 days ago

Special Education, or designated Behavior Analyst....

Special Education Teacher 185

  • Providence, RI
  • 12 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 12 days ago

Other information: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Bachelors degree in special education; certification from the Rhode Island Department of Education (to include levels of handicapped certification appropriate to...

Full Time Special Education Teacher Position - Hillsgrove RI Sunbelt is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a school in the Hillsgrove area. This position is onsite, and full-time M-F....

Full Time Special Education Teacher Position - Scituate RI

  • Scituate, RI
  • 15 days ago
  • Scituate, RI
  • 15 days ago

Full Time Special Education Teacher Position - Scituate RI Sunbelt is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a school in the Scituate area. This position is onsite, and full-time M-F....

Full Time Special Education Teacher Position - Auburn RI Sunbelt is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a school in the Auburn area. This position is onsite, and full-time M-F....

Urgently Hiring: Special Education Teacher Full Time- near Providence, RI

  • Providence, RI
  • 15 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 15 days ago

Full Time Special Education Teacher Position - near Providence, RI Sunbelt is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a school in the Providence area. This position is onsite, and full-time M-F....

Urgently Hiring: Special Education Teacher Full Time- near Pawtucket, RI

  • Pawtucket, RI
  • 15 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI
  • 15 days ago

Full Time Special Education Teacher Position - near Pawtucket, RI Sunbelt is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a school in the Pawtucket area. This position is onsite, and full-time M-F....

Special Education Teacher Needed! (24/25 SY - Contract)

  • Pawtucket, RI
  • 15 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI
  • 15 days ago

Education Teacher Certification Willing to undergo drug screening, background check, and fingerprint clearance Job Responsibilities: Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored...

LONG TERM SUB - Special Education Teacher - Secondary

  • North Smithfield, RI
  • 24 days ago
  • North Smithfield, RI
  • 24 days ago

Salary Not Available LONG TERM SUB - Special Education Teacher - Secondary North Smithfield High School Location: North Smithfield, RI - 02896 Positions available: 1 Job #: 5012203 Source: SchoolSpring...

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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs in Rhode Island

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers in Rhode Island offer the following education background
Master's Degree
45.3%
Bachelor's Degree
26.6%
Doctorate Degree
16.6%
High School or GED
5.3%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Some High School
0.5%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Special Education Teachers in Rhode Island
Less than 1 year
36.6%
1-2 years
31.3%
None
15.0%
2-4 years
13.2%
4-6 years
3.8%


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