ALP Lead Teacher - EPHS

East Providence School Department•East Providence, RI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

East Providence High School is seeking a dedicated, student-centered, and innovative educator to join our Alternative Learning Program (ALP) as its Lead Teacher. The Lead Teacher serves as the primary instructional leader and program decision-maker for the Alternative Learning Program at East Providence High School. This role extends beyond traditional teaching and includes direct instruction, staff supervision, family engagement, and authority over academic and behavioral decision-making. The Lead Teacher is responsible for driving student outcomes related to attendance, credit attainment, behavior, and engagement, while ensuring consistent implementation of program structures and expectations. This position requires an educator who can lead adults, manage systems, and make informed decisions to support student success.

Requirements

Middle/Secondary (7-12) Special Education or Secondary Content Certification Required
Rhode Island Teaching Certification
Minimum of 3–5 years of successful teaching experience, preferably with at-risk or disengaged students

Nice To Haves

Middle/Secondary (7-12) Special Education Certification
Experience in alternative education, credit recovery, or intervention-based programs
Demonstrated experience in leading teams, supervising staff, or coordinating programs

Responsibilities

Deliver daily, standards-based direct instruction in a small-group setting
Provide targeted intervention instruction to address significant academic gaps
Design and implement credit recovery pathways aligned to graduation requirements
Ensure alignment to Rhode Island standards and EPHS grading expectations
Balance direct instruction, guided practice, and structured independent/online learning
Lead and manage attendance intervention systems for ALP students
Monitor attendance daily and initiate immediate outreach for absences
Develop and implement individual attendance improvement plans
Collaborate with families and support staff to remove barriers to consistent attendance
Track, analyze, and report attendance data and intervention outcomes
Track real-time progress toward credit completion and graduation
Use data to adjust instruction and interventions on a weekly basis
Hold students accountable for work completion, pacing, and academic expectations
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of grades, progress, and interventions
Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with state and federal regulations
Provide specially designed instruction aligned to student needs
Participate in all required meetings (IEP, BST, etc.)
Serve as the instructional leader of the ALP program on a daily basis
Provide guidance and mentorship of the ALP staff
Coordinate and monitor the work of paraprofessionals and support staff
Provide ongoing feedback, guidance, and support to ensure alignment with program goals
Facilitate regular team meetings focused on student progress, planning, and problem-solving
Implement and ensure fidelity of the ALP behavior point/level system
Utilize restorative practices, trauma-informed strategies, and structured interventions
Exercise professional judgment and decision-making authority regarding: Behavioral consequences, Academic expectations and accountability measures, Student privileges and program access
Collaborate with administration as needed, while maintaining day-to-day decision-making responsibility within the program
Support students in developing self-regulation, accountability, and social-emotional skills
Serve as the primary point of contact for all parent/guardian communication related to ALP students
Regularly collaborate with EPHS guidance and administration when necessary and appropriate
Conduct regularly scheduled meetings with families to review: Academic progress, Attendance, Behavioral performance, Intervention plans
Maintain consistent, proactive communication to ensure family awareness and partnership
Lead family conferences to address concerns, barriers, and student accountability