Special Education Teacher Jobs in Wood River Junction, RI

A Special Education Teacher in the elementary education industry provides specialized instruction designed to meet the unique learning needs of students with various disabilities. They create and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that outline the student's specific learning needs and the goals they are to reach. These educators also adapt lessons to ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities, can comprehend and engage with the curriculum. They work closely with parents, school administrators, and other teachers to monitor the student's progress and adjust the teaching methods and IEPs as needed. They also foster an inclusive environment that respects differences and promotes understanding among students.

Important skills for a Special Education Teacher include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, creativity, and the ability to motivate and understand students with special needs. They should have a deep understanding of different learning disabilities and know how to adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs. Certifications required may vary by location, but typically, they should have a bachelor's degree in special education, child psychology, or a related field. Many states also require licensing or certification in special education. Before becoming a Special Education Teacher, a person may have roles such as a Teacher Assistant, Special Education Paraprofessional, or an Inclusion Support Facilitator to gain relevant experience and skills.

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Special Education Teacher

Internal/External Relationships: Internal: frequent— Pathways students and employees, Director of Clinical and Educational Services, Director of Special Education....

Special Education Teacher

  • North Kingstown, RI (15 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (15 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Special Education Teacher North Kingstown High School Do you want to be a part of something BIG? Do you have a passion for education? Do you want to impact the lives of students?...

Anticipated-ESY Summer 2025 Special Education Teachers

  • North Kingstown, RI (15 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (15 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Anticipated-ESY Summer 2025 Special Education Teachers North Kingstown School Department North Kingstown School Department - North Kingstown, Rhode Island This job is also posted in North Kingstown...

Special Education Teacher (Supervisory Educator) (Full-time) - Coventry & Warwick RI

  • Coventry, RI (16 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Coventry, RI (16 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 1 day ago

We are accessible and responsive and actively seek their input to better serve their needs.The RoleThe Special Education Teacher assists in developing, refining, and maintaining behavior analysis educational...

Classroom Teacher / Special Education

  • Mystic, CT (15 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mystic, CT (15 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Job ID: 4196 Job Title: Special Education Teachers - Extended School Year Program Including Special Education Teachers with ABA Experience Location: To Be Determined Dates and Hours...

Local Contract School Services - Special Education Teacher - $50-55 per hour. Job in Plainfield Gr8Jobs

  • Plainfield, CT (18 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plainfield, CT (18 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Phaxis is seeking a School Services Special Education Teacher for a local contract job in Plainfield, Connecticut....

Special Education Teachers - Extended School Year Program Including Special Education Teachers with ABA Experience

  • Groton, CT (18 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Groton, CT (18 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Education Teachers - Extended School Year Program Including Special Education Teachers with ABA Experience Location: Northeast Academy Magnet School Dates and Hours: Standard Session: July 7 July 31...

Rhode Island Special Education Teacher Needed!

  • Exeter, RI (6 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Exeter, RI (6 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 8 days ago

Rhode Island Special Education Teacher Needed!...

Elementary Sub Special Education Teacher Narragansett, RI

  • Narragansett, RI (8 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Narragansett, RI (8 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 8 days ago

Elementary Sub Special Education Teacher | Narragansett, RI Narragansett, RI 3 days ago CATEGORY Schools - Special Education Teacher JOB TYPE Contract Elementary Substitute Special Education Teacher...

Full-time Special Education Teacher - Elementary School

  • Waterford, CT (24 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Waterford, CT (24 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 9 days ago

Full-time Special Education Teacher - Elementary School Our special education department is a close-knit group that works collaboratively with the entire school community to provide special education...

Full-time Special Education Teacher For Neurodiverse Elementary Class

  • Groton, CT (18 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Groton, CT (18 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 9 days ago

Full-time Special Education Teacher For Neurodiverse Elementary Class A Connecticut school district in the Groton, CT area has a great opportunity for a full-time Special Education Teacher for a Self-Contained...

Hiring: Special Education Teacher Position Full Time- near Warwick, RI

  • Warwick, RI (20 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (20 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 13 days ago

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

Special Education Teacher - LTS

  • South Kingstown, RI (8 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 20 days ago
  • South Kingstown, RI (8 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 20 days ago

Special Education Teacher - LTS South Kingstown Public Schools Matunuck Elementary School - Wakefield, Rhode Island This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board Job Details...

Special Education Teacher Position Full Time- near Sterling, CT

  • Sterling, CT (18 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Sterling, CT (18 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 21 days ago

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

Substitute Teacher / Special Education

  • Lisbon, CT (15 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lisbon, CT (15 miles from Wood River Junction, RI)
  • 21 days ago

Job Description: Long-Term Special Education Teacher Lisbon Central School is seeking a Long-Term Special Education Teacher. This position will begin as soon as possible....

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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs in Wood River Junction, RI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers in Wood River Junction, RI offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
38.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.9%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
High School or GED
2.3%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.2%


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