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Special Education TeacherLocation: Wood River Junction, RIContract Duration: 8 weeksCompensation: Up To $55/Hour Based on Experience

Connected, your partner in Healthcare, Educational, Government, and Direct Hire services, is excited to connect qualified and passionate like you for an 8-week opportunity located in or near Wood River Junction, RI. Enjoy competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and the rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Job Requirements

• Education Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; special education teacher certification preferred but not necessary for this short-term leave coverage.
• Certifications Requirements: Severe disability certification preferred but not required.
• Experience Requirements: Minimum 1 year experience working with students in a school setting, preferably in special education.
• Other Requirements: Experience working with students with severe disabilities is advantageous; must be comfortable working in an ADL classroom setting; ability to pass background check.

What We Offer

• Premium Pay That Values You: Weekly direct deposit (with next-day pay features coming soon!) at rates up to $55/hour, competitive with the market and benchmarked to make you feel valued.
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical/dental/vision eligibility starting the 1st day of the month after your start date, plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave, so you can focus on what you do best without added stress.
• Health Benefits Maintained through Winter/Summer Break: Seamless coverage during off-seasons for educational services team members who join or extend with us.
• Investment in Your Growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, license + CEU reimbursements—investing in your development because you deserve a partner who grows with you.
• Support Your Lifestyle: Paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly!), travel/mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours, cancellation protection, nationwide opportunities from major metros to underserved areas.
• Streamlined Compliance & Flexibility: Fast-tracked licenses/certs reimbursements, user-friendly onboarding portal (average 14 days), shifts tailored to your needs, rapid interview process (typically 38 hours).

Why Connected Health Care?

• We Care About Your Journey: We listen and provide upfront insights on roles, pay, and perks so you feel supported from the first click—our motto: If we take care of our team, they take care of our partners.
• Personalized Job Matches: Share your story and preferences—such as specialties, facility size, city/state, or work-life balance—and we craft opportunities where you shine. 92% of our candidates extend or refer because we prioritize what matters to you.
• Unwavering Support Every Step: 24/7 recruiter access, fast compliance, career guidance, and national placements to ease the burdens of shortages and help you succeed.
• A Genuine Partnership Built on Trust: Not just staffing—you’re an advocate, and we’re your partner in a competitive world, transforming challenges into rewarding paths with empathy, transparency, and a network that feels like family.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized instruction to students in an ADL classroom setting.
• Support students with severe disabilities to develop daily living skills.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and family members to create individualized education plans.
• Implement strategies tailored to meet the needs of students with complex disabilities.
• Document student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.

Apply now through Connected Health Care – submit your resume today!