10 teacher special needs pre k jobs found

Job Description TITLE: Elementary ESOL Teacher - Rowe Elementary, 26-27 SY POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks an energetic, creative, master teacher of Multilingual Learners (MLs) at Rowe Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year and beyond. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: In Portland Public Schools, ESOL teachers: Provide and support rigorous and appropriate instruction aligned with the WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards and the Common Core to meet grade level expectations for MLs including newcomers Collaborate and consult with general education teachers to enhance acquisition of English in all language domains necessary to participate and make progress in general education content classes; Grade level and content area focus Provide on-going staff development as necessary on language acquisition and acculturation, sheltered instruction, and effective practices in teaching MLs Use school and student level data to inform instruction and...

Job Description TITLE: 2nd Grade Teacher - Rowe Elementary School 26-27 SY POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated educator to teach 2nd grade students at Rowe Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year and beyond. Under the direction of the school principal and admin team, the teacher plans and provides for rigorous, engaging, and joyful learning experiences for all students. The teacher fosters an environment that supports the intellectual, physical, social and emotional wellness and development of individuals to ensure success for every student. In addition to supporting students' growth and well-being, the teacher also creates and develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of students' varying learning needs. The teacher monitors and evaluates student growth and outcomes using standards based curriculum and guidelines. The teacher is an integral member of the Rowe community that serves as a support...

Job Description TITLE: Pre-K Special Education Teacher, Special Purpose - Multiple Openings, 26-27 SY POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks skilled, compassionate, and highly structured Special Education Teachers to lead Special Purpose Pre-K classrooms serving students whose Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) require a more intensive, specialized setting. These classrooms are designed to provide intensive, individualized support within a low student-to-staff ratio environment, addressing the developmental, behavioral, communication, and learning needs of young children with disabilities. In this role, the teacher is responsible for designing and implementing individualized and group instruction that address goals listed on student's Individual Education Programs (IEP's), creating a structured and predictable classroom environment, and leading a team of Education Technicians. This role also serves as the primary point person and first line of support...

Job Description TITLE: Pre-K Educational Technician III POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks an Educational Technician III for one of our Pre-K classrooms. A successful candidate will demonstrate experience with and knowledge of early childhood curriculum, developmentally appropriate practice, and classroom management. They will support the classroom teacher in building student school readiness by helping to create a positive, developmentally appropriate learning environment. Working knowledge of the Maine Early Learning Development Standards, Pre-K for ME curricula, and Teaching Strategies Gold is preferred. A successful candidate will have a passion for working with young children, bring an equity-oriented approach to their instruction, and will hold all students to high expectations, recognizing that some may need more support to meet those expectations. The ideal candidate will have experience working with families experiencing poverty, and with...

Job Description TITLE: Itinerant Pre-K Special Education Teacher District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: Plans and implements specially designed instruction for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents and staff. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records, meets compliance timelines and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Excellent background in early child development Understanding of the teaching/learning process for students with disabilities Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education Ability to...

Job Description TITLE: Dedicated Building Substitute Teacher (Full Time, April-June 2026) - Talbot Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Talbot Elementary is seeking a Dedicated Building Substitute for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year. Duties include daily classroom functions, reviewing and implementing daily lesson plans, monitoring and supporting students in their learning, and collaborating with teacher teams around curriculum, instruction, and assessment. CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info). Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution EMPLOYMENT DETAILS: Schedule: School Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE) Assignment: Temporary; coverage needed now until June 18, 2026 Pay = $28.99 / hr (standard 7-hour day) Eligible for ~$500 / month toward a PPS medical benefits plan Earned Paid Leave (EPL) provisions as per Maine law ABOUT TALBOT: Gerald E. Talbot Community School is a Pre-K through Grade 5 school of...

Job Description TITLE: Spanish Immersion Teacher - Lyseth Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, creative Immersion Teacher for our Elementary Spanish Immersion Program. The successful candidate must possess native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and have experience and credentials as an elementary teacher. Our immersion program is such that classroom teachers provide instruction in Spanish for the majority of the day and this teacher will need to feel comfortable with and be able to deliver an English literacy block with a curriculum for a minimum of 60 minutes a day. This teacher will teach math completely in Spanish and work to support students in acquiring and speaking in Spanish for the majority of their day. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Demonstrated ability to collaborate at a deep level professionally and develop and implement lessons, curricula, and assessments Familiarity with elementary...

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...

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...

Job Description MSAD 6 is seeking a dynamic Pre-K Speech / Language Pathologists to join the instructional staff in MSAD #6 for the 2026-2027 school year. The Speech/Language Pathologist works to determine the best course of treatment to assist in developing speech and language skills that facilitate personal, social, and intellectual development for students. As a part of a collaborative team, the Speech/Language Pathologist will be empowered to share expertise, knowledge, and recommendations in order to respond to individual student needs by implementing intervention strategies. Applicants for this position must hold a Master's Degree in Speech / Language Pathology or related field; State of Maine license as a Speech / Language Pathologist and an American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence (Clinical Fellow candidate may be considered); valid Maine Department of Education Criminal History Records Check (CHRC); experience in the...