Middle School Teacher Jobs in Rhode Island

A Middle School Teacher is an integral part of the elementary education industry, contributing to the academic and social development of students in grades 6-8. They design and deliver lesson plans, assess student performance, maintain classroom discipline, and communicate with parents about student progress. Besides teaching core subjects like English, Math, Science, and Social Studies, middle school teachers often help students navigate the challenges of adolescence. They are responsible for creating a positive learning environment and implementing various teaching methods to cater to different learning styles and abilities.

Important skills for a Middle School Teacher include strong communication and organizational skills, patience, creativity, and a passion for teaching. They should also have a strong understanding of child psychology and development. In terms of certification, all states require public middle school teachers to have at least a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or a related field, and to have completed a student-teaching program. Additionally, they must pass a teacher certification test. Prior to becoming a Middle School Teacher, a person may have roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Tutor, or even an Elementary School Teacher. These positions provide valuable experience in managing a classroom and developing effective teaching strategies.

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Long Term Substitute Math Teacher - East Greenwich High School

  • East Greenwich, RI
  • 16 hours ago
  • East Greenwich, RI
  • 16 hours ago

The East Greenwich School Department seeks RIDE Certified Math Teachers to work as a Long Term Substitute Math Teacher for the 25-26 school year. Approximate dates needed: 8/25/25-1/09/26Under the...

Health Teacher

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 2 days ago

Salary Not Available Health Teacher Woonsocket High School Occupation: Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education Location: Woonsocket, RI - 02895 Positions available: 1 Job...

Math Teacher MLL

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 2 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Rhode Island $38k - $89k Per Year Math Teacher MLL Woonsocket High School Occupation: Business Teachers, Postsecondary Location: Woonsocket, RI - 02895...

ELA Teacher - Middle School (One Year Only)

  • Cumberland, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Cumberland, RI
  • 2 days ago

Must have appropriate RIDE ELA Certification******Teaches ELA to students in public school: Instructs students, using various teaching methods, such as lecture and demonstration, and uses...

Middle School Science Teacher

  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago

Organization OverviewExcel Academy is a network of 5 schools in Massachusetts and Rhode Island that prepares students in grades 5-12 to succeed in high school and college and engage productively...

Social Studies Teacher - Middle School (Gr 6) One Year Only

  • Cumberland, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Cumberland, RI
  • 3 days ago

Requires: RI Certification as Middle School Social Studies Teacher, Grades 5-8 or Elementary Education Teacher 1-6 POSITION SUMMARYTeaches one or more subjects to students in public secondary schools...

Math Teacher

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago

To support North Kingstown School Department's commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in education, the successful candidate will be selected from a diverse pool of...

Anticipated-Physical Education/Health Teacher, Itinerant

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago

To support North Kingstown School Department's commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in education, the successful candidate will be selected from a diverse pool of...

Teacher - Middle School Math Dual Language (SY 25-26)

  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago

Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment, using relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction in English and Spanish....

Teacher - Middle School Special Education ESL (SY 25-26)

  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago

In PPSD, the teachers and leaders set high expectations for academic achievement, provide equal access to differentiated instruction, and endeavor to close the achievement and opportunity gap among...

Math Teacher FTE .4

  • Narragansett, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Narragansett, RI
  • 4 days ago

.4 Math TeacherJOB DESCRIPTION: Classroom teachers plan, facilitate, implement, and deliver the full instructional program in an elementary or secondary setting. These professionals have the...

High School Math teacher 25/26 School Year

  • Smithfield, RI
  • 13 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI
  • 13 days ago

Salary Not Available High School Math teacher 25/26 School Year Smithfield High School Occupation: Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education Location: Smithfield, RI...

Middle School Science Teacher

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 15 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 15 days ago

plans that engage and motivate students Integrate Biblical principles with curriculum, instruction, relationships, discipline and the entire school community Develop and maintain a classroom environment...

Full time High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 16 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 16 days ago

Beacon Charter High School for the Arts seeks a full-time Social Studies teacher, with a valid RI Secondary Social Studies certificate, to join our dedicated and passionate teaching faculty....

8th Grade Math Teacher

  • North Providence, RI
  • 17 days ago
  • North Providence, RI
  • 17 days ago

Please view our full job description and APPLY on Our Career Site! Organization Overview Excel Academy is a network of 5 schools in Massachusetts and Rhode Island that prepares students in grades...

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Salary for Middle School Teacher Jobs in Rhode Island

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Highest Education Level

Middle School Teachers in Rhode Island offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.8%
Bachelor's Degree
39.3%
Doctorate Degree
6.4%
Associate's Degree
1.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Middle School Teachers in Rhode Island
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
24.5%
None
22.3%
4-6 years
11.3%
2-4 years
6.0%


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