31 director of special education jobs found

Job Description Make a Difference Where It Really Counts Are you passionate about helping kids shine? Do you believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in a supportive environment? At The Trudeau Center, we've been supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for over 60 years-and we're just getting started. We're looking for a Health Teacher/Educator to join our amazing Children's Pathways team. This isn't just a teaching job-it's a chance to change lives. Our Mission The Trudeau Center provides high quality, comprehensive person-centered services for the people we support and their families. We encourage all people to achieve their full potential and to live their dreams. Through inclusive, evidence-based practices we ensure compassion, dignity, and respect with the assistance of caring and dedicated staff members. What You'll Do The Health Teacher is responsible for the development and implementation of...

Job Description COORDINATOR OF COMMUNICATION & SLP Pathways Strategic Teaching Center About Us Founded in 1964 by J. Arthur Trudeau and his wife Evelyn, the programs and supports made available throughout the years were predicated on his belief that individuals with disabilities should enjoy a full range of activities and life experiences. For over 60 years, The J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center has served as the area's leading provider of services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Trudeau is one of the few human service organizations serving individuals at all life stages people throughout Rhode Island and surrounding areas in Massachusetts and Connecticut. Our employees are committed to assisting individuals and family members to create paths that build self-esteem, self-determination and the pursuit and enjoyment of life's activities. Our Mission The Trudeau Center provides high quality, comprehensive...

Job Description The Department chair is responsible for overseeing the function and efficiency of the building's Special Education Department, in addition to coordinating evaluation team meetings, completing required paperwork, and completing academic evaluations, as required by the local education agency, the RI Department of Education and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 2004, in order to assess whether a disability is present. In addition to, the Department Chair will work closely with the principals and teachers in the schools, central office personnel, parents, and with those institutions and agencies in the community interested in services for children with disabilities. The Special Education Department Chair's immediate supervisor is the building Principal. Exemplary Duties and Responsibilities: Coordinates and chairs the evaluation team Collaborates with the Systems Manager to review all pertinent data to inform decisions Oversees the referral...

Job Description Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference in children's lives? Look no further and join the team at Meeting Street! Meeting Street is a special place of learning, where children of all abilities have the opportunities to reach their fullest potential. Full-time employees receive: Competitive Pay Generous PTO 13 paid holidays Medical, dental, vision and MORE Meeting Street is currently looking for an Administrative Assistant - Bilingual (Spanish/English) for 40 hours per week. Duties: Serves as the initial point of contact for family and community inquiries regarding the school programs and demonstrates an awareness and respect for each student and their families from all racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds, abilities, and family structures. Provides administrative support to the Superintendent, Heads of School and Director of Special Education and other administrators as deemed appropriate. Responsible for student...

Job Description The Head of School serves as the chief executive and educational leader of all school-age programs in two states (Rhode Island and Massachusetts), responsible for advancing the institution's mission, ensuring academic excellence, and overseeing all operational aspects of schools covering grades pre-K to 12+. This role directly supervises: Head of The Carter School (grades 9 to 12+) Head of The Grace School (grades K to 8 including Rhode Island Pre-K) Head of The Schwartz School (grades pre-K to 12+) Director of Special Education (grades pre-K to 12+) Rhode Island Pre-K Meeting Street believes the dignity of each person is paramount. We recognize that our community's future strength rests firmly on our commitment to our values of respect, compassion, integrity, inclusivity, and excellence. To uphold these commitments, we expect all employees to recognize and properly respond to racism and other forms of injustice. It is our policy to recruit,...

Job Description PLACEMENT: Elevate Elementary/ELC REPORTS TO: Program Administrator/Assistant Director of Special Education and Executive Director WORK YEAR REQUIREMENTS: 185-day school year RESPONSIBILITIES: Review/revise content area curriculum yearly. Build working knowledge of the core curriculum to provide high quality learning experiences as well as individualized IEP goals for students in the areas of need Instruct students in the general core content areas curriculum. Ensure that appropriate accommodations, supplemental aids and materials are prepared and in place for students Support students in their efforts to complete classroom work and to achieve their annual and long-term academic goals Assist in the development, modification and implementation of school-wide structures and procedures that will enable children with social/emotional/mental health needs succeed in school and community Communicate expectations, outcomes and daily progress on...

Job Description REPORTS TO: Executive Director and Director of Special Education RESPONSIBILITIES: Reports Directly to the West Bay Collaborative Director of Special Education Supervise all staff assigned to the Elevate Futures to include certified, non-certified staff and contracted personnel Assist the West Bay Collaborative Director of Special Education in the supervision of other programs as deemed necessary Effectively evaluate certified faculty using the RIDE Evaluation Model Effectively evaluate non-certified staff using the West Bay Collaborative format Recommend personnel appointments and assignments to the Director of Special Education and/or Executive Director Establish and maintain a positive school climate Work with the West Bay Collaborative Director of Special Education to review student referrals to program Establish and maintain positive relationships RI Special Education Directors of sending districts Solicit and maintain...

Job Description Paul Cuffee School, a K-12 public charter school of choice, educates a diverse community of students from the City of Providence, Rhode Island. We respect each individual and the world we share. This quality of our community is central to our mission. In the spirit of Paul Cuffee's life, we teach students to value and practice personal initiative, perseverance, and social responsibility. Our School accomplishes these goals through a rigorous academic program which, enriched with maritime experiences, fosters discovery and critical thinking. We prepare students for higher education, lifelong learning, and active citizenship. To learn more about our school, please visit us at www.paulcuffee.org. Temporary Position: February 2026 - June 2026 Reports to: Lower School Principal and Director of Special Education Hours: 1.0 FTE, Exempt Position Overview: The responsibilities of this position will be performed under the direct supervision of the Lower School...

Job Description About Us For over 60 years, the Trudeau Center has been at the forefront of transforming the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our programs make an immediate and long-lasting impact on individuals of all ages, lifting them up by providing the support they need to thrive. And we have big plans to continue growing and evolving that work in the months and years to come. Our Mission, Vision & Values •Mission: Our mission is to promote an enhanced quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities. •Vision: We envision a diverse community where all people are valued and treated with dignity and have access to resources to help them lead productive lives. •Values: We serve all individuals with compassion and respect. We are accessible and responsive, and we actively seek their input to better serve their needs. The Role Assist in the organization, development, and oversight of the ABA Home &...

Job Description About Us For over 60 years, the Trudeau Center has been at the forefront of transforming the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our programs make an immediate and long-lasting impact on individuals of all ages, lifting them up by providing the support they need to thrive. And we have big plans to continue growing and evolving that work in the months and years to come. Our Mission, Vision & Values •Mission: Our mission is to promote an enhanced quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities. •Vision: We envision a diverse community where all people are valued and treated with dignity and have access to resources to help them lead productive lives. •Values: We serve all individuals with compassion and respect. We are accessible and responsive, and we actively seek their input to better serve their needs. The Role The primary responsibility of the lead behavior analysts is to supervise a caseload of...

Job Description School Year : 2025-26 Immediate Opening: The Role of a Social Worker at Achievement First: The school social worker leads the school's efforts to ensure that students have the emotional support they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Social workers collaborate and partner with students, parents, and members of the school staff. The position reports jointly to the Director of Special Services and the principal of the building in which they work. Responsibilities of Achievement First Social Workers include, but are not limited to: Student Culture and Character Development Support the rules, systems, academic, and behavioral philosophy of Achievement First schools through counseling in one-on one and small group support sessions. Create a proactive counseling program that prevents crises and supports the academically rich environment of the school. Work closely with the Dean of Students to create and maintain a...

Job Description Organizational Overview: We're thrilled you're considering Onward We Learn as an employer. Since 1989, Onward We Learn has worked to inspire and prepare young people in Rhode Island to be the first in their families to attend and complete college. Nearly four decades later, that mission remains at the heart of everything we do. As we look toward the future, Onward We Learn is entering an exciting new chapter. In late 2025, our Board of Directors approved a two-year strategic plan focused on strengthening our impact, deepening collaboration, and building a more responsive and sustainable organization. As part of this organizational realignment, we're hiring for several new and reimagined roles at once. These openings reflect intentional growth and investment in our future. We're building a strong, people-centered, mission-driven team equipped to support students and families for years to come. This is an exciting moment to join Onward We...

Job Description Organizational Overview: We're thrilled you're considering Onward We Learn as an employer. Since 1989, Onward We Learn has worked to inspire and prepare young people in Rhode Island to be the first in their families to attend and complete college. Nearly four decades later, that mission remains at the heart of everything we do. As we look toward the future, Onward We Learn is entering an exciting new chapter. In late 2025, our Board of Directors approved a two-year strategic plan focused on strengthening our impact, deepening collaboration, and building a more responsive and sustainable organization. As part of this organizational realignment, we're hiring for several new and reimagined roles at once. These openings reflect intentional growth and investment in our future. We're building a strong, people-centered, mission-driven team equipped to support students and families for years to come. Position Purpose: The Director of Advising...

Job Description Job Description: La Salle Academy is a Catholic, coeducational, college preparatory school, sponsored by the Brothers of the Christian Schools (the De La Salle Christian Brothers) offering a comprehensive curriculum. Founded in 1871 and located in the heart of Providence, La Salle Academy serves a student body of 1560 students in grades 6 through 12. La Salle Academy has as its mission the education of young men and women of diverse backgrounds, with a special concern for the working class and the poor, in the tradition of St. John Baptist De La Salle's ideals of faith, service, and community. La Salle Academy's School Counseling Department seeks to promote the personal growth of each individual student and to provide them with the strategies necessary for positive educational, career, and social development. As such, our staff is dedicated to helping every student succeed academically, socially, and emotionally throughout their high school years and...

Job Description The Pawtucket School Department is seeking a High School Specialized 9-10 educator. EXEMPLARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: •Provide specialized and individualized instruction for students with disabilities, consistent state education requirements and the students IEP. •Positive professional and respectful conduct when communicating with professionals, students and parents. •On-going documentation of student progress, lesson planning and communication with both parents and professionals •Participate in developing schedules for assigned caseload of students to insure that all services required in the student's IEP are accessed. •Development of IEPs for students in accordance with the IDEA, based on student evaluation results and student individualized need. •Serve as a leader of the IEP team for assigned student caseload. •Attendance and participation in Common Planning meetings with other members of the faculty. •Communicates effectively with the school...

Job Description PAWTUCKET SCHOOL DEPARTMENT SPECIAL EDUCATOR Grade 2,4 w/Building Support Elementary The Pawtucket School Department is seeking a special educator to teach in the elementary school setting. EXEMPLARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide specialized and individualized instruction for students with disabilities, consistent state education requirements, and the student's IEP. Positive professional and respectful conduct when communicating with professionals, students, and parents. On-going documentation of student progress, lesson planning, and communication with both parents and professionals Participate in developing schedules for assigned caseload of students to ensure that all services required in the student's IEP are accessed. Development of IEPs for students in accordance with the IDEA, based on student evaluation results and student individualized needs. Serve as a leader of the IEP team for assigned student caseload. Attendance and...

Job Description Make a Difference Where It Matters Most Who We Are At the J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center, we've spent over 60 years championing the rights, dignity, and potential of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our programs uplift individuals of all ages-at home, in the classroom, and in the community-and we're just getting started. About the Role As a Behavior Therapist, you'll work one-on-one with children in their homes and communities to bring behavior support plans to life. Under the guidance of a Behavior Analyst and Lead Therapist, you'll implement individualized programs, collect and manage data, and support progress toward goals. Your impact will be hands-on, meaningful, and deeply appreciated by the families you support. What You'll Do •Deliver individualized behavior support services at home and in the community •Follow treatment plans and instructional strategies created by the clinical team •Collect and manage...

Job Description Educate. Empower. Elevate. Join a Team That Changes Lives. For over 60 years, the J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center has been a trusted leader in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Through our Pathways Strategic Teaching Center, we deliver innovative education and treatment programs for children with autism and related disorders. Now, we're looking for a passionate Special Education Teacher to join our team and help shape the future for the students we serve. What You'll Do: As a Special Education Teacher, you'll play a key role in designing and leading behavior-analytic education programs tailored to each student's needs. You'll collaborate with behavior analysts and teaching staff, support IEP implementation, and provide mentorship and supervision in classroom and public-school settings. You will: • Develop and supervise the implementation of behavior and academic programs for students with autism. • Lead and...

Job Description Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) - Pathways Strategic Teaching Center Premier non-profit is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant for Pathways Strategic Teaching Center. This is a year-round comprehensive education and treatment program, servicing children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other related disorders. Pathways education and treatment strategies are based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Individually tailored curricula address speech and language, pre-academic and academic skills, daily living and self-care skills, play and social skills, vocational skills, and assessment & treatment of challenging behavior. Benefits: Competitive Compensation 7 weeks of PTO in the 1st year 13 Paid Holidays Health, Dental & Vision - Eligible after 1 full month of employment Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Employer Paid Life Insurance/ Voluntary Life Insurance Voluntary Long-term Disability...

Job Description Middle School Principal Goff Middle School The Pawtucket School Department seeks a middle school principal to lead initiatives to impact student achievement positively. The Superintendent seeks a dynamic, energetic, optimistic instructional leader who will work collaboratively with teachers, students, and the community to create a school culture of respect, responsibility, and results, as described in the school mission statement. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Superintendent or designee, serves as the instructional leader and chief administrative officer of the middle school. EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Exercises vision and provides leadership that appropriately involves staff, parents, students, and the community in the identification and accomplishment of the school's mission; recognizes the individual needs of all staff and students, including those who are at risk because of diverse cultures, backgrounds or abilities;...