Itinerant Pre-K SPED Teacher & Coach (District-wide)

Portland Public Schools (Maine); Portland (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools in Maine seeks an Itinerant Pre-K Special Education Teacher to provide specially designed instruction for diverse Pre-K learners across district sites.

The role emphasizes direct service and coaching adults, collaborating with educators, technicians, and related service providers to implement IEP goals and inclusive practices. Travel between district locations is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with itinerant or district-wide Pre-K SPED settings.
• Knowledge of IDEA compliance and state regulations.
• Ability to plan and deliver individualized and small-group instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction aligned with IEPs across multiple early childhood settings.
• Coach and support classroom teachers and related staff.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on data.
• Maintain records and ensure timely compliance with procedures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for service alignment.

Skills

Early childhood development

IEP process

Inclusive practices

Adult coaching

Collaboration

Equity & inclusion

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Data collection

DL learners

Education

Maine State Teaching Certificate

Endorsement 282 (TCD 0-5)

Endorsement 286 (TSS, PK-12)

Endorsement 660 (ESOL PK-12) - preferred

Job description

Portland Public Schools in Maine seeks an Itinerant Pre-K Special Education Teacher to provide specially designed instruction for diverse Pre-K learners across district sites.

The role emphasizes direct service and coaching adults, collaborating with educators, technicians, and related service providers to implement IEP goals and inclusive practices. Travel between district locations is required.