Elementary Special Education Teacher -Functional Academics (K-4)

Westbrook School Department; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and benefits

Three college courses paid each year

Continued professional development

Opportunities for summer employment

Job summary

The Westbrook School Department is seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher for its Functional Academics/FLS program. This position involves providing instruction for K-4 students with a variety of functional academic and life skills needs.

The successful candidate will have Maine State Special Education Certification and be committed to collaboration and professional development within a diverse learning environment. Competitive salaries and opportunities for summer employment are also offered.

Qualifications

• Certification in Special Education is required.
• Resume and proof of licensure must be provided.
• Three current letters of reference are needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional academic instruction for K-4 students.
• Teach life skills and executive-functioning strategies.
• Collaborate with general education and special education staff.
• Participate in professional development activities.

Skills

Functional academic instruction

Collaboration skills

Life skills teaching

Executive functioning strategies

Education

Maine State Special Education Certification 282

Job description

Overview

The Westbrook School Department is seeking a full‑time Special Education Teacher for its Functional Academics/FLS program. The position will provide instruction for students in grades K‑4 with a range of functional academic, life skills, and executive functioning needs within the special education and general education settings.

School

Saccarappa Elementary is a K‑4 school of approximately 400 learners and 80 dedicated staff.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits
• Three college courses paid each year (University of Maine rate)
• Continued professional development
• Opportunities for summer employment

Responsibilities

• Provide functional academic instruction for K‑4 students with diverse functional and academic needs.
• Teach life skills and executive‑functioning strategies.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and special education staff.
• Participate in professional development and school community activities.

Qualifications

• Maine State Special Education Certification 282
• Completed online application
• Resume, transcripts, proof of certification, licensure, and CHRC
• Three current letters of reference

Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion

Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce to support a vibrant, culturally rich, and equity‑focused school district.

Application

Visit the Employment page of our website, www.westbrookschools.org, to be directed to Frontline.