Job Description
Job Description
Regional School Unit 57
PreK Special Education Teacher
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred) in Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education
Holds or is eligible for Maine DOE Certification 282 (Teacher of Students with Disabilities, Birth-Grade 5)
Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience in an early childhood special education classroom
Experience supervising Educational Technicians (Ed Techs)
Strong knowledge of early childhood special education best practices
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams
Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
Successful completion of background check, fingerprinting, and reference checks
Reports To
Special Education Director
Assistant Special Education Director
Consults with Special Education PreK Strategist
Collaborates With
PreK general education teachers
Related service providers
K-5 Extended Support Program team
Position Summary
The PreK Special Education Teacher develops and maintains a developmentally appropriate preschool classroom that supports children with disabilities. This role includes responsibility for lesson planning, progress monitoring, and reporting for all students on the caseload.
As a classroom leader, the teacher supervises and supports Ed Techs to deliver individualized instruction aligned with each student's IEP. The teacher collaborates closely with the broader educational team to ensure consistency across all learning environments and transitions.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure consistent adherence to health and safety standards in alignment with district policies
Plan and implement lessons, activities, and therapeutic strategies throughout the school day
Foster student development across social, emotional, physical, and cognitive domains
Align instruction with district curriculum and scope and sequence
Develop, implement, and maintain compliance with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Monitor and document student progress using observations, assessments, and data collection
Integrate IEP goals into daily routines and classroom activities
Maintain regular communication with families through meetings, newsletters, and logs
Collaborate with behavior specialists to implement behavior support plans with fidelity
Supervise and direct Ed Tech staff to support student learning effectively
Utilize technology to support communication and learning needs
Complete daily attendance, documentation, and billing requirements
Support students with activities of daily living (ADLs)
Respond to emergencies using CPR and crisis intervention protocols
Perform additional duties as assigned
Physical Demands
Frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, kneeling, and crouching
Ability to lift 25-75 pounds depending on student needs
Active engagement in classroom and student support activities
Terms of Employment
Salary, work year, and working conditions are determined by the RSU 57 School Board and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Evaluation
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policies.
Disclaimer
This job description outlines the general responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Regional School Unit 57 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, ancestry, or any other legally protected status in its education programs, activities, or employment practices.
Regional School Unit 57
PreK Special Education Teacher
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred) in Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education
Holds or is eligible for Maine DOE Certification 282 (Teacher of Students with Disabilities, Birth-Grade 5)
Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience in an early childhood special education classroom
Experience supervising Educational Technicians (Ed Techs)
Strong knowledge of early childhood special education best practices
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams
Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
Successful completion of background check, fingerprinting, and reference checks
Reports To
Special Education Director
Assistant Special Education Director
Consults with Special Education PreK Strategist
Collaborates With
PreK general education teachers
Related service providers
K-5 Extended Support Program team
Position Summary
The PreK Special Education Teacher develops and maintains a developmentally appropriate preschool classroom that supports children with disabilities. This role includes responsibility for lesson planning, progress monitoring, and reporting for all students on the caseload.
As a classroom leader, the teacher supervises and supports Ed Techs to deliver individualized instruction aligned with each student's IEP. The teacher collaborates closely with the broader educational team to ensure consistency across all learning environments and transitions.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure consistent adherence to health and safety standards in alignment with district policies
Plan and implement lessons, activities, and therapeutic strategies throughout the school day
Foster student development across social, emotional, physical, and cognitive domains
Align instruction with district curriculum and scope and sequence
Develop, implement, and maintain compliance with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Monitor and document student progress using observations, assessments, and data collection
Integrate IEP goals into daily routines and classroom activities
Maintain regular communication with families through meetings, newsletters, and logs
Collaborate with behavior specialists to implement behavior support plans with fidelity
Supervise and direct Ed Tech staff to support student learning effectively
Utilize technology to support communication and learning needs
Complete daily attendance, documentation, and billing requirements
Support students with activities of daily living (ADLs)
Respond to emergencies using CPR and crisis intervention protocols
Perform additional duties as assigned
Physical Demands
Frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, kneeling, and crouching
Ability to lift 25-75 pounds depending on student needs
Active engagement in classroom and student support activities
Terms of Employment
Salary, work year, and working conditions are determined by the RSU 57 School Board and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Evaluation
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policies.
Disclaimer
This job description outlines the general responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Regional School Unit 57 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, ancestry, or any other legally protected status in its education programs, activities, or employment practices.
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