45 teacher special education jobs found

Job Description MSAD 6 is seeking a dynamic Special Education Teacher (Functional Life Skills) to join the instructional staff at Buxton Center Elementary School in Buxton , Maine, for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will provide direct instruction to the students in the class according to their IEP and will observe, monitor, and provide regular progress reports in accordance to the IEP. Applicants for this position must have degree(s) required in major area of study; Maine Department of Education certification with a #282 endorsement; experience related to the instruction of students of similar age and in the subject area(s) to be assigned; demonstrated positive, professional relationships with students and colleagues; and evidence of a strong desire to work with school-age youth. Salaries and benefits may be found on the District website in the Agreement between the MSAD 6 Board of Directors and the Saco Valley Teachers Association. For more...

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 As a Special Education Teacher, you will deliver measurable results in the delivery of academic and social/emotional needs for the pre-K special purpose program students. Effective communication skills are required to supervise Education Technicians, integrate related service providers, coordinate with the general education staff, and work with families. Reports to: Special Services Director and Building Principal Qualifications: Love of the job as proven professional with enthusiasm, passion, and demonstrated track record of successfully working with school age children. Maine DOE Certification Endorsement- 282: Teacher of Children with Disabilities required. Must possess Maine Department of Education's Criminal History Records Check (CHRC). Experience working with students with moderate to severe disabilities preferred. Responsibilities: The SPECIAL EDUCATION LIFE SKILLS TEACHER will be expected to: Provide direct instruction via preparing and...

Job Description MSAD 6 is seeking a dynamic Special Education Teacher (Self-Contained) to join its instructional staff in MSAD6. The successful candidate will provide direct instruction to students in the classroom according to their Individualized Educational Program. Applicants for this position must have degree(s) required in major area of study; Maine Department of Education certification in content area (#282 endorsement and 282B or 081 Endorsement); experience related to the instruction of students of similar age and in the subject area(s) to be assigned; demonstrated positive, professional relationships with students and colleagues; and evidence of a strong desire to work with school-age youth. Salary and benefits are competitive and may be found in the collective bargaining agreement between the MSAD 6 Board of Directors and the Saco Valley Teachers Association located on the District website . For more information on this vacancy, please contact Dr. Kathryn...

Job Description RSU #23 Jameson Elementary School Anticipated Special Education Teacher, grades PreK-2 Full-time Located a ½ mile from the Atlantic Ocean and 15 minutes from Portland, RSU 23 is a 700 student, three-school district seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our team. You will work with a team of providers at Jameson Elementary School to implement programming for students with intensive needs, primarily served in the special education setting. This position is anticipated pending budget approval. The successful candidate should possess the following: CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Citizenship, residency or work visa Maine Department of Education CHRC (Criminal History Record Check) https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting Maintains or is eligible for Maine Department of Education Teaching Certificate (286 or 282 PreK and K-8 ) QUALIFICATIONS / JOB SUMMARY: Conduct academic evaluations and classroom observations Fulfill case management duties,...

Job Description TITLE: Elementary Special Education Teacher, Resource Room - Lyseth Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Special Educator for our Resource Room at Lyseth Elementary School. The 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. Applicant should have a strong working knowledge and experience in PBIS or similar frameworks that support students' social/emotional growth. The ability to relate positively to students, parents, and staff is essential to this position. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide evidence-based Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) to students with Individual Education Plans (IEP) to ensure that each student progresses in meeting the district's learning benchmarks Serve as case manager and oversee each student's IEP,...

Job Description Special Education Teacher Location: RSU 57 - Shapleigh, 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...

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 MSAD 6 is seeking a dynamic Special Education Teacher (Behavior Classroom) to join its instructional staff at Buxton Center Elementary School located in Buxton, Maine. The successful candidate will provide direct instruction to students in the classroom according to their Individualized Educational Program. Applicants for this position must have degree(s) required in major area of study; Maine Department of Education certification in content area (#282 endorsement); experience related to the instruction of students of similar age and in the subject area(s) to be assigned; demonstrated positive, professional relationships with students and colleagues; and evidence of a strong desire to work with school-age youth. Salary and benefits are competitive and may be found in the collective bargaining agreement between the MSAD 6 Board of Directors and the Saco Valley Teachers Association located on the District website . For more information on this vacancy,...

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 POSITION OVERVIEW: Special Education Teacher, Beach Program (Self-Contained ASD) - Lincoln Middle Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified special educator for a specialized program based at Lincoln Middle School. This specialized district offering-called the Beach Program-serves students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or other neurodevelopmental and communication disorders in grades K-12. The program is designed to support these students in learning to function as independently as possible by strengthening and building academic and adaptive skills, functional communication, and positive behaviors. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide systematic, evidence-based programming to address characteristics of ASD that are interfering with the success of students in the program, in collaboration with other professionals such as the SLP, OT, PT and BCBA Provide evidence-based instruction, grounded in the district curriculum, to students...

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 TITLE: 3rd Grade Teacher (1 Year Only) - Longfellow Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Longfellow Elementary School is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and creative teacher to join our third grade team team for the 2026-2027 school year. We are seeking a teacher who has a passion for working with children, brings an equity-oriented approach to their instruction and who holds all students to high expectations. The successful candidate will have experience creating meaningful student and parent relationships, collaborate with other teachers and school-wide educators; demonstrated experience in engaging students across content areas; and commitment to incorporating global perspectives and strengthening students' social/emotional education throughout the classroom and school. We seek a teammate who is collaborative and open to giving and receiving feedback in service of the shared goals of the school and the district. As a school, we work together...

Job Description REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, ME 04087 SPECIAL EDUCATION: EDUCATIONAL TECHNICIAN II REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Special Education Administrator QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED: Documentation of at least 60 credit hours of approved study in an educationally related field. Must hold or be eligible for State of Maine Educational Technician II Certification and CHRC Approval Certificate. Must possess strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, an understanding of the instructional process, and an understanding of students' needs to include understanding of the student with special needs. Knowledge of emergency, health, and safety issues would be preferred. Must be willing to participate in ongoing in-service training as requested by Administrator and/or Director. Must maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as...

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 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: 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 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...