Middle School Special Education Teacher

Thrive Behavioral Health OpportunityDo you want to make a positive difference in the lives of people that are challenged with physical and mental challenges? Do you want to join a high-performing team of dedicated professionals who work effectively together, have fun, and share the joy of truly making the world a better place?Through the dedication and commitment of our staff, Thrive’s clients receive the highest quality of care available, incorporating proven, effective treatment for substance use and mental health disorders.The ideal candidate will be a results-driven, team-and detail-oriented professional who is comfortable working on multiple tasks in a deadline-oriented environment.General Summary: Teach students with significant emotional/behavioral disorders in a clinical day-school setting. Develop and monitor student Individual Education Programs (IEP) in accordance with Department of Education regulations and standards.Essential Responsibilities/Tasks:Develop content specific lesson plans in accordance with established curriculum and Department of Education Grade Span Expectations and Grade Level Expectations.Teach academic courses as assigned, in correlation with written lesson plans.Develop and monitor appropriate academic goals and short term objectives for student’s Individual Educational Programs (IEP).Conduct Educational Assessments, as warranted.Provide behavioral support and follow established behavior management plans with students.Maintain a daily grade/participation record and report academic progress quarterly in a manner consistent with center standards.Assist with the physical management of physically aggressive or violent students. Completing all appropriate documentation per Department of Education regulations.Engage students in an appropriate manner and use appropriate reinforcement techniques.Attend and participate in daily multidisciplinary team meetings (debrief) and weekly staff meetings.Education and/or Experience:Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching or Education. Experience working with children who have behavioral or emotional disabilities.Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:Rhode Island Teaching certificate in K-12. Certification in Special Education preferred.Valid driver's license and automobile insurance which meets Rhode Island minimum standards required, or the ability to obtain necessary transportation in order to perform the responsibilities/tasks of the job.Benefits:Thrive Behavioral Health provides a friendly/family working environment, whose values include Dignity, Respect, Teamwork and Professional Support and Development. Thrive offers generous benefits after 30 days, PTO, paid holidays, your birthday off, and a 401k plan.