24 special education assistant jobs found

Job Description TITLE: Director of Secondary Special Education - Central Office POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Secondary Special Education oversees the planning and implementation of special education programs and services in middle and high schools. This role ensures inclusive education practices, providing support and expertise to promote the academic, social, and emotional well-being of all students. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise and support special education coordinators in collaboration with building administrators. Coordinate Student Support Teams to plan interventions for academic, social, and emotional concerns. Supervise the evaluation, identification, and placement of students referred for special education. Oversee implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and compliance with legal timelines. Supervise Section 504 accommodation implementation. Conduct professional development for special education staff. Conduct regular...

Job Description TITLE: Assistant Principal - Deering High School POSITION OVERVIEW: Deering High School seeks an Assistant Principal to help lead a positive, inclusive, and academic-focused school community. Under the guidance of the Principal and aligned with the District strategic priorities, the Assistant Principal supports a culture of equity, academic excellence, and student well-being. Among your partners in this work will be the Principal, Culture Coaches, and a team of teachers serving in departmental leadership roles. Deering has a successful history of distributed leadership, meaning that you both will actively contribute to setting a vision and strategy for the school beyond your immediate areas of responsibility and that you will be asked to partner with all members of our school community as you lead. Founded over 150 years ago, Deering High School has both a proud history and a vibrant modern identity. Today, it is recognized as one of the most diverse...

Job Description **Beginning with the 2026-27 School Year** SPECIAL EDUCATION EARLY CHILDHOOD COORDINATOR MSAD #51 is seeking a professional to serve as our Coordinator for special education services for those who are ages 3 and 4. This position will provide leadership and consultation to stakeholders within our schools; lead the assessment and transition processes; ensure legal compliance; design and lead professional development; and foster strong instructional skills in a play-based learning environment. This is a teacher contract with a possibility of additional time during the summer, beginning July 1. Qualifications: Individual must possess a Master's degree; a valid Maine Department of Education teaching certificate with a 282 (Birth-age 5) Teacher: Child with Disabilities endorsement, although a 035 - Assistant Administrator of Special Education or 030 - Administrator of Special Education is preferred; 5 or more years of experience with children in early...

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 REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, Maine 04087 SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - RESOURCE ROOM REPORTS TO: Director and Assistant Director of Special Education & Building Administrators QUALIFICATIONS: Current Maine Teacher Certification appropriate for grade level and specialty area Bachelor's Degree or advanced degree Prior teaching experience preferred PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides diagnostic and evaluative services to assist in identification of students requiring special education services. This includes classroom observations, administration of appropriate evaluation instruments, diagnostic teaching and student/staff/parent interviews. Develops and implements appropriate Individualized Education Plans for each identified student. This may include direct instruction in special education and/or general education settings, consultation, and monitoring. Maintains required records. This...

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 REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, Maine 04087 Occupational Therapist - District-Special Education (26-27 School Year) Position Summary Provide high-quality occupational therapy services, including assessment, program planning, and implementation of therapeutic interventions to support students' educational programs. Reports To Director and Assistant Director of Special Services, and Building Administrators Qualifications Current Occupational Therapist License from the State of Maine (required) Bachelor's degree with specific preparation in Occupational Therapy Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with students, staff, families, and community members Performance Responsibilities Conduct assessments, screenings, and evaluations Develop and implement educationally relevant therapeutic intervention goals Maintain professional, efficient, and compliant documentation...

Job Description REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, Maine 04087 SPECIAL EDUCATION SOCIAL WORKER POSITION SUMMARY: The social worker will provide ongoing direct services to students and consultations to special education teachers to address identified students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs. The position requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team, including teachers, educational technicians, administration and families. REPORTS TO: Director and Assistant Director of Special Education and Building Administration QUALIFICATIONS Masters Degree in Social Work Licensing at the LCSW or LMSW-cc level PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides social work services to individual students and/or small groups to address personal, social and emotional barriers to educational and social progress. Provides social work services to families to increase parents' understanding,...

Job Description Special Education Teacher Location: RSU 57 - Lyman, Maine Reports To: Director & Assistant Director of Special Education, Building Administrators Position Overview RSU 57 is seeking a dedicated, student-centered Special Education Teacher to provide high-quality instructional, diagnostic, and consultative services to students with special needs. The teacher will develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), collaborate with staff and families, and support the academic, behavioral, and social growth of all learners. Qualifications Current Maine Teacher Certification appropriate for grade level and specialty area Bachelor's Degree required; advanced degree preferred Prior teaching experience preferred Key Responsibilities Conduct evaluations and assessments to identify students requiring special education services Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs Maintain accurate records, including lesson plans, evaluation reports,...

Job Description REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, Maine 04087 SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST POSITION SUMMARY The Speech-Language Pathologist provides comprehensive speech and language evaluations, therapeutic services, and interventions for students, as well as consultation and support to parents, staff, and educational teams. REPORTS TO Director and Assistant Director of Special Education, and Building Administrators QUALIFICATIONS Maine Speech-Language Pathologist Certification and Licensure (preferred), or Bachelor's degree with Maine Department of Education certification in Speech (#293) and State Licensure Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with students, families, school personnel, and community members PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and implement individualized speech and language therapy programs based on student needs Conduct comprehensive assessments and diagnoses...

Job Description TITLE: Assistant Director of Facilities and Maintenance Central Office POSITION OVERVIEW: The Assistant Director of Facilities supports the Director in overseeing the planning, coordination, and daily operations of the Facilities Department for Portland Public Schools. This position plays a key leadership role in coordinating facilities operations, capital improvement projects, building systems performance, vendor management, and regulatory compliance across district facilities. The Assistant Director serves as a liaison between the school district, City departments, regulatory agencies, architects, engineers, contractors, and school leadership to ensure district facilities are safe, compliant, and effectively maintained. The Assistant Director focuses on facilities planning, capital project coordination, building systems performance, and vendor management, while the Facilities Manager oversees day-to-day maintenance and custodial operations across...

Job Description TITLE: Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools - Central Office POSITION OVERVIEW: As a member of the District's Leadership Team, the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools is responsible for the academic success of students in three middle schools, three high schools, a career and technology regional school, and Portland Adult Education. The Assistant Superintendent supervises secondary building leaders, manages a network team of five directors and collaborates with the Superintendent, Chief Schools and Academics Officer, Principals, and other school system leaders to design and implement the programs and policies of the Portland Public Schools. The position has approximately 13 direct reports, including the principals of all district middle and high schools and a network team consisting of directors of instruction, special education, ESOL, school innovation, and school climate. The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for ensuring high...

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 SUMMARY: Join an innovative team of educators supporting students with special needs in a unique and specialized setting attached to a community school. To meet the needs of students with complex learning and developmental needs, Lewiston Schools has established a multidisciplinary intensive education program designed to support students with individualized programming while encouraging them to benefit from their peers and offer access to naturalistic teaching settings. Location: McMahon Salary Range: Starting at $58,800.00 This role is part of a highly supported team building on a strong programmatic structure for all classrooms with opportunities to individualize and innovate. The special educators will help to create a flexible class environment favorable to learning and personal independence; to establish meaningful social interaction with peers; to motivate students to strengthen social, executive functioning, and foundational learning skills...

Job Description Summary: A behavior analyst studies students with behaviors that are interfering with the educational process to a significant degree. The behaviors may be the direct manifestation of a disability, or learned behaviors that significantly disrupt learning for the student and / or classmates. Location: Connors, Farwell, Geiger, McMahon Lewiston Public Schools offers a robust employee benefits package for full-time employees, including: health insurance with up to 89% of the premium paid by the employer; dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance; flexible spending and dependent care accounts; Maine Public Employee, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans; paid sick leave and vacation time; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement and more! BCBAs focus on behaviors that can be observed and measured through data collection. They try to find specific influences and look for new ways to replace behaviors with more appropriate responses. BCBAs are...

Job Description Position Title: Anticipated Early Childhood Special Education Coordinator and Instructional Strategist Location: Mitchell School Reports To: Josie Chadbourne Position Start Date: July 1, 2026 Required Certification: 282 Professional Certificate K-3 or K-12 Application Deadline: May 1, 2026 The Kittery School District is currently seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Coordinator and Instructional Strategist for the 2026/27 school year. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience working in special education programming k-3 or k-12, with pre-k experience a plus but not a requirement. They will also have experience acting as an LEA for IEP meetings and a general knowledge of procedural compliance with IDEA. This person will be well versed in special education documentation and be prepared to support staff throughout the process. Additionally, this individual will have...

Job Description Position Title: Anticipated School Psychologist Location: Kittery School District Reports To:Josie Chadbourne Position Start Date:August 26, 2026 Required Certification:Masters or Doctoral Degree in School Psychology, Maine School Psychologist certification/license Application Deadline:May 1, 2026 The Kittery School District is seeking a compassionate and skilled School Psychologist to join our dedicated Special Services team. This position plays a vital role in supporting the academic, emotional, and social growth of our students through assessment, collaboration, and intervention. Position responsibilities include; • Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational assessments to determine student needs and eligibility for services. • Collaborate with teachers, families, and administrators to develop individualized supports and evidence-based interventions. • Participate in the development and implementation of IEPs. • Support...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Resource Room - Ocean Ave Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a kind and compassionate Special Education Ed Tech III to support students in the Resource Room at Ocean Ave Elementary School. 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 s/he plays in the experience of students within Portland Public Schools. Finally, is an integral member of the Ocean Ave community that serves as a support to students' holistic well-being; teachers at Portland Public Schools thrive by...

Job Description Position Title: Educational Technician III Location: Mitchell School Reports To: Building Principal Position Start Date: 08/26/26 Required Certification: Ed Tech III Certification Application Deadline: Will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found. The Kittery School District is currently seeking an Educational Technician III to support students with academic and/or behavioral challenges at Mitchell School (Grades PK-3) as part of the MTSS model. Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities Maintain confidentiality of all students, family and employee related information Meet with administrators and/or academic coaches regularly to share information and discuss student progress. Review and reinforce learning previously introduced by the teachers; may introduce new learning planned by certified teachers under indirect supervision Lead small group academic and behavioral instruction under indirect supervision of...