Founding 10th Grade Learning Specialist (MLL/ESL) (2027-2028)

Excel Academy Charter Schools • Providence, RI

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About The Position

Excel Academy Charter Schools is a network of six schools in Massachusetts and Rhode Island serving grades 5–12. The organization prepares students for success in high school and college and for productive community engagement, with a commitment to providing every student a free, high-quality holistic education.

The Founding 10th Grade Learning Specialist (MLL/ESL) supports 10th-grade students as an inclusion teacher, helping students with high needs access rigorous, college-preparatory instruction. The role works closely with general education teachers to differentiate and adapt curriculum and ensure that work with students with special needs aligns with the school’s academic achievement goals. The position also oversees compliance and documentation for Special Education services and maintains communication with students’ families.

Excel teachers are expected to deliver effective, rigorous instruction and to seek and use feedback to improve their practice. The organization values high expectations for students, collaboration, openness to change, and a commitment to addressing racial and economic inequity in education. The starting salary is $50,000–$90,000, commensurate with experience, with an 8% raise structure. The listed school year is 2027–2028; a specific start date is not provided.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Rhode Island certification in Secondary Grades Special Education (6–12), or be in the process of obtaining certification.
• Commitment to and belief in all students and Excel Academy Charter Schools’ mission, values, and educational model.
• Commitment to addressing racial and economic inequity in education.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and willingness to support others in doing their best work.
• Openness to change, willingness to problem-solve, and willingness to seek feedback for professional growth and improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, or another language commonly spoken by students and families.
• First-generation college graduate.
• Grew up low-income.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an inclusion teacher for 10th-grade students to better support students with high needs.
• Work closely with general education teachers to differentiate curriculum, create effective accommodations, and modify curriculum when appropriate.
• Ensure work with students with special needs is aligned with the school’s academic goals for student achievement.
• Ensure implementation of Special Education services complies with federal and state special education regulations.
• Manage Special Education case paperwork, including IEPs, 504s, Child Study Records of Accommodations, Teacher Input Questionnaires, IEP Progress Reports, and subject-area checklists for MCAS; ensure deadlines are met and information is accurately recorded.
• Maintain regular communication with students’ parents, guardians, and families.
• Deliver effective, high-quality, rigorous college-preparatory instruction designed to foster student success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level