Special Education Teacher

TheraPeds • Exeter, RI

8d • $50 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, on-site Special Education Teacher to serve K–5 students at a school in Wood River, Rhode Island. The role provides teaching and case management services, including assessments, development and implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs), progress evaluation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, parents, and school staff. The position is scheduled for 37.5 hours per week during the October 2026–May/June 2027 school year. The role includes dual support from the district and TheraPeds, guaranteed hours that include documentation, administrative, and planning time, and competitive compensation of $50–$60+ per hour ($1,875–$2,250+ per week). Employment may be as a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor.

Requirements

• Teaching certification and a bachelor’s or master’s degree, or higher, in Special Education.
• State license as a special education teacher.
• Experience working with children.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in using technology.
• Fingerprint background clearance.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents, exercising a high level of tact and discretion in internal and external communications.
• Ability to perform physical movements as needed, including lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in varied locations and activities, consistent with district duties.

Nice To Haves

• Severe Intellectual Disabilities (Severe and Profound) certification and experience preferred.
• At least one year of experience in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and assess individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
• Deliver instruction tailored to students’ diverse learning styles and needs.
• Collaborate with parents, educators, and specialists to support student learning and development.
• Monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies to improve outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance, behavior, and progress to inform instruction and planning.
• Create a welcoming, safe, and productive classroom environment that encourages positive behavior and learning.
• Provide guidance and support to classroom staff implementing educational strategies for students with special needs.
• Provide teaching, case management, assessments, evaluations, and educational services.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits, subject to eligibility.
• Dental insurance benefits, subject to eligibility.
• Vision insurance benefits, subject to eligibility.
• 401(k) for W-2 employees, subject to eligibility.
• For 1099 contractors, resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates that include a stipend for health benefits and taxes.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Bi-monthly salary deposits.

What This Job Offers

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