10 special education certified teacher jobs found in Portland, ME

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher / Case Manager, Functional Life Skills - Talbot Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is looking for a collaborative Special Education Teacher for the Elementary Functional Life Skills (FLS) program at Talbot Community School. The FLS program serves students with significant intellectual disabilities, and some of the students in the class have significant physical needs as well. The FLS Teacher will provide case management and specially designed instruction to the students in the program, as well as consultation and collaboration with other professionals who serve the students. Successfully leading a team of program staff is required, as is the ability to create positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Previous experience as a special educator, particularly in an FLS or other specialized program, as well as experience with special education case management responsibilities...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III - Longfellow Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a full-time Ed Tech to support small groups of K-2 students and teachers in push-in and pull-out classrooms at Longfellow Elementary School. Under the direction of the Principal and Special Education Teacher, the Ed Tech assists teachers by supporting student learning and well being. Duties involve working with students individually and in small groups engaging in learning, assessing performance, reinforcing instruction, assisting with classroom management, and performing other related non-instructional work. Ed Techs may also support students who require additional behavioral supports, positive behavior intervention, or de-escalation. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to build relationships, engage in teaching and learning Ability to manage data, analyze, and synthesize data Ability to support testing and assessment procedures...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III - Multiple Openings at Lincoln Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a committed and collaborative Educational Technician III to support Special Education students at Lincoln Middle School. Under the direction of the School Principal and in close collaboration with school Special Education staff, the Ed Tech implements academic and positive behavioral support plans, helping to ensure a high-quality education program and success for every student. The Ed Tech supports student engagement in academics individually and in small groups, promoting instructional goals and motivating learning. The Ed Tech also assists with classroom management, data tracking, Mainecare billing documentation, and non-instructional duties such as supervising lunch, recess, and non-academic time. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Support and provide direct instruction to students individually, in small groups, and in classroom...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III - Multiple Openings at Talbot Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a committed and collaborative individuals with Educational Technician III certification to support Special Education students at Talbot Community School. Under the direction of the School Principal and in close collaboration with school Special Education staff, the Ed Tech implements academic and positive behavioral support plans, helping to ensure a high-quality education program and success for every student. The Ed Tech supports student engagement in academics individually and in small groups, promoting instructional goals and motivating learning. The Ed Tech also assists with classroom management, data tracking, Mainecare billing documentation, and non-instructional duties such as supervising lunch, recess, and non-academic time. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Support and provide direct instruction to students...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Resource Room - King Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the Principal, Educational Technician implements academic and positive behavioral support plans, to help ensure a high quality education program and success for every student. Ed Tech also collects and maintains appropriate records and follows required record-keeping procedures and practices. Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills as well as conflict management and resolution skills. Ed Tech recognizes and embraces the essential role they play in the experience of students within Portland Public Schools. Finally, is an integral member of King Middle School that serves as a support to students' holistic well-being. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Support and provide direct instruction to students individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings to ensure achievement of academic goals Implement lesson plans and follow schedules...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III - King Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a committed and collaborative Educational Technician III to support Special Education students at [School]. Under the direction of the School Principal and in close collaboration with school Special Education staff, the Ed Tech implements academic and positive behavioral support plans, helping to ensure a high-quality education program and success for every student. The Ed Tech supports student engagement in academics individually and in small groups, promoting instructional goals and motivating learning. The Ed Tech also assists with classroom management, data tracking, Mainecare billing documentation, and non-instructional duties such as supervising lunch, recess, and non-academic time. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Support and provide direct instruction to students individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings to ensure achievement of...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) - Rowe Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Technician III to support students in the Breathe Program at Rowe Elementary. The Breathe Program is a specialized, district-wide behavioral and social-emotional program designed for students with significant behavioral needs. It offers a self-contained, flexible learning environment with dedicated staff aimed at supporting students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs) while striving to increase access to general education settings over time. With the supervision of the Director of Specialized Programs and school principal, the Ed Tech assists the Special Education Teacher by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning, positive behavioral interventions and safety. Responsibilities involve managing students with behavioral disabilities in alignment with...

Job Description TITLE: Board Certified Behavior Analyst District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a highly qualified, collaborative Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our team. This is a full-time position, reporting to the Director of Specialized Programs. Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent professional judgment and strong communication skills in order to work effectively with parents and teams of both school-based and interdisciplinary professionals. The BCBA will provide behavior analytic services in support of students requiring this service, as well as professional development and oversight of staff who provide behavioral programming. Experience and interest in working with diverse populations and English Learners is highly preferred. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with district programs for students with low-incidence disabilities or students with social/emotional/behavioral disabilities to fully integrate...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher, Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support (Breathe Program) Longfellow Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Special Educator for our Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support Program (a.k.e. "Breathe") at Longfellow Elementary School from August 24 to November 1, 2026. The LTS Special Education Teacher will work with students in both the mainstream and Special Education setting, and collaborate with the Program Social Worker to determine optimal programming for students. The LTS Special Education Teacher is responsible for overseeing the delivery of services in students' Individual Education Plans and providing specialized instruction to ensure that each student progresses in meeting IEP goals. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide evidence-based specially designed instruction to students with Individual Education Plans (IEP) to ensure that each student progresses in...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Resource Room Multiple Openings at Reiche Community School (available ASAP and/or for 26-27 SY) POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks kind and compassionate Special Education Ed Tech III's to support students at Reiche Community School in both the Resource Room and the Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support). Under the direction of the Lead Teachers, the Special Education Ed Tech III implements academic and positive behavioral support plans to facilitate the delivery of a high-quality education program and ensure success for every student. The Ed Tech collects and maintains appropriate records and follows required record-keeping procedures and practices. The Ed Tech demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills as well as conflict management and resolution skills. The Ed Tech recognizes and embraces the essential role they play in the experience of students within Portland Public...