Highly Qualified English Language Arts Teacher, South County Academy in Exeter

FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community! Join our non-public, special education certified school serving girls ages 13–28 with complex educational, behavioral, and therapeutic needs. Our students often come to us following previous placements through DCYF and benefit from a highly structured, trauma-informed environment focused on healing, growth, and individualized support.

Position Summary: Responsible for teaching concepts including reading, writing, literature, etc. to students with significant emotional/behavioral needs in a clinical residential school setting. Develop and monitor student Individual Education Programs (IEP) in accordance with Department of Education regulations and standards. Works collaboratively with the management team to ensure safety, stability, and professional guidance to residents in our care that have been placed through the Department of Children, Youth and Families. This is a full-time (32 hours a week), year-round position.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching or Education
• RI certification as Teacher of regular or special education
• Knowledge base around subject matter (Art, Physical Education, Science, Math, English, History)
• Experience with children with behavioral/psychiatric challenges
• Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programs
• Spanish speaking preferred and compensated
• Excellent multitasking and communication skills a must
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Bilingual or ASL skills compensated by an additional 6% above base pay
• Multilingual skills compensated by an additional 8% above base pay
• Candidates with a master’s degree will receive an additional $3,000
• Additional compensation is available for educators certified and able to teach in multiple subject areas

Physical Requirements:

• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, registration and auto insurance
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Travel to and from community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
• Provide emergency coverage; ratio to the programs as needed
• Ability to be trained in and implement de-escalation techniques utilizing Handle with Care when necessary

Eligibility Statement: Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. FSRI determines pay based on a candidate’s relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.

Positions Available: There is 1 position available at this time.

Application Period: Wednesday, June 03, 2026 through Monday, August 03, 2026