11 special education teacher jobs found in Biddeford, ME

Job Description Seabrook School District is actively seeking a qualified candidate for the Director of Special Services position for July 1, 2026. This position reports to the Principals and SAU 21 Assistant Superintendent of Student Services and is responsible for the overall administration of special education programs and ensures procedural compliance with all state and federal education regulations across Seabrook Middle and Seabrook Elementary School. The Director of Special Services will have a minimum of a Master's Degree, three years' experience as a Special Education Teacher, and three years' experience as an administrator. This position must meet eligility requirements for NH certification in General Special Education and Special Education Administator. Salary range based on experience: $106,107-122,710

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Coordinator (0.5 FTE) Presumpscot Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the supervision and guidance of the building Principal, the Special Education (SE) Coordinator supports the school's special education team in ensuring that all students requiring special education and related services receive appropriate instruction, programming, and support. This role directly supports Portland Public Schools' five-year strategic plan, which prioritizes building the capacity of schools to provide more effective instruction to students with disabilities across the continuum of services. The Coordinator's role also directly supports the district's on-going focus on improving students' academic and social emotional outcomes and promoting equity. The Coordinator is responsible for organizing and monitoring all SE programs and services in the school and will provide direct support to teachers and ed techs at the classroom level, including those...

Job Description TITLE: Early Childhood Services Coordinator POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the supervision and guidance of the Director of Early Childhood Special Education, the Early Childhood Services Coordinator serves as the primary point person for coaching, problem-solving, and day-to-day support within Early Childhood Special Education classrooms for children ages 35 across Portland Public Schools (PPS) and community-based partner programs participating in the district's mixed delivery early childhood system. The Coordinator is the first line of support for educators and building leaders, providing timely, responsive guidance when students or staff experience challenges, and ensuring that concerns are addressed proactively, consistently, and in alignment with best practice. As Portland Public Schools transitions responsibility for providing Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for children ages 35 from Child Development Services (CDS), the Early Childhood Services...

Job Description TITLE: Director of Early Childhood Special Education (Ages 3-5) POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Early Childhood Special Education provides district wide leadership for the implementation and continuous improvement of special education services for children ages 3-5 across Portland Public Schools (PPS) and the district's mixed-delivery early childhood network. As PPS assumes responsibility for providing Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for children ages 3-5 through a phased transition from Child Development Services (CDS), this position plays a critical role in leading a cohesive, developmentally appropriate Early Childhood Special Education system. The Director informs and leads operation of policies, procedures, service delivery models, and cross-system partnerships across PPS-operated public pre-K classrooms and in community-based partner settings (e.g., Head Start, child care centers, family child care programs). The Director ensures that...

Job Description Director of Special Services As Director of Special Services, you will deliver measurable results while serving as the educational leader of the Special Services Department, responsible for articulating the department's district-wide mission, vision, and educational goals to faculty, staff, families, students and the public. As the educational leader of the Department of Special Services, you will promote the Department's initiatives and the development and sustainability of best practices as related to the effective implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and Section 504 Plans, within the framework of Board Policy and all legal guidelines. The Director of Special Services is responsible for coordinating alignment of materials and resources, instructional program evaluation, personnel management, department professional development, staff scheduling, and effective fiscal management of the Department of Special Services. The Director of...

Job Description TITLE: Early Childhood Data, Intake, and Enrollment Manager POSITION OVERVIEW: The Data, Intake, and Enrollment Manager ensures the integrity, coordination, and compliance of data, intake, and enrollment systems necessary for the implementation and documentation of preschool special education services under IDEA Part B (Section 619). As Portland Public Schools assumes responsibility for Child Find, evaluation, eligibility determination, placement, and service delivery for children ages 35, this role serves as the central coordination point for family intake, referral processing, scheduling, and data system management. This position ensures that student information systems accurately document timelines, IEP services, placements, and service minutes required to demonstrate provision of FAPE in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE). This role functions as both the first point of contact for families and partners and the operational hub for enrollment,...

Job Description TITLE: Elementary School Principal - Talbot Community School, 26-27 SY POSITION OVERVIEW: Talbot Community School is currently hiring a Principal who is deeply committed to great student outcomes. For this role, the school specifically seeks: A collaborative instructional leader, who can forge a shared, equity-oriented vision for the school that ensures all students have access to the instruction, resources and support to achieve at high levels; A strong partnership-builder with students, staff, families and the community, who sees Talbot as a place where students, families and educators feel safe and feel a sense of belonging. A school leader with keen interest and/or experience in the Community School model The Principal is responsible for administering and supervising the overall school program and providing educational leadership for the students and staff members consistent with the educational goals of the community and our 5-Year Strategic...

Job Description Job Posting: IEP Building Coordinator Department of Special Services The Department of Special Services is seeking a dedicated and collaborative IEP Building Coordinator to support our schools. This leadership position plays a key role in ensuring high-quality, inclusive, and compliant special education services at the building level. The coordinator will work closely with administrators, teachers, and support staff to meet the diverse needs of students and ensure effective implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Key Responsibilities: Supervise and evaluate special education staff. Serve as the LEA (Local Education Agency) representative in IEP and related meetings. Facilitate IEP meetings, ensuring procedural compliance and timely documentation. Oversee specialized programs and student placements. Review IEPs for accuracy and compliance with state and federal regulations. Lead weekly professional learning and collaboration...

Job Description MSAD 6 is seeking a dynamic IEP Coordinator to join the instructional staff in district, for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will supervise and monitor IEP referrals, development, and implementation. They will assure that teachers are meeting the goals of the IEP and the completion of special education forms including appropriate documentation. The candidate will serve as an integral member of the building's student support team designed to focus on the establishment and maintenance of support and intervention systems that will address academic, social, and/or emotional needs of learners prior to the consideration of referral to special education services. Applicants for this position must have degree(s) required in major area of study; Maine Department of Education certification with a #282 endorsement (#035 or #079 endorsements preferred); experience related to the instruction of students of similar age and in the subject area(s) to be...

Job Description TITLE: Extended Learning Opportunities Coordinator - Portland High POSITION OVERVIEW: The Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) Coordinator position is one of the positions under Portland Public Schools' Youth Development Program. Using research data and best practice, the ELO Coordinator is responsible for coordinating career readiness programs and activities for high school students. The ELO Coordinator works collaboratively with teachers, guidance counselors, and school administrators to coordinate services that will provide students curricular applications in the world of work. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide students with opportunities to explore their career interests and the world of work beyond the classroom through activities such as mock interviews, resume development, job shadowing, internships, and college essay writing Build capacity of the school to connect resources of private businesses and community assets to enrich the learning...

Job Description POSITION SUMMARY The assistant principal supports the principal in providing strong instructional leadership, fostering a positive school culture, and ensuring a safe, productive learning environment. This role oversees student and staff support and accountability and school operations while assisting with curriculum implementation, professional development, and family/community engagement. The assistant principal plays a key role in promoting student success and upholding district policies and educational standards. This position also supports special education processes, participates in LEA meetings, and helps oversee special education programming to promote compliance, access, and student success. This position also supports the continued implementation of weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings aligned with the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework and serves as a curriculum liaison between Brentwood and SAU 16 in conjunction with...