Pre-K Special Education Teacher — Inclusive & IEP‑Driven

Mt. Blue Regional School District; Farmington (ME); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A local school district in Farmington is seeking a Pre-K Special Education Teacher. This role requires providing individualized instruction to students aged 3-5 with diverse learning needs, managing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or Early Childhood Education and demonstrate strong empathy, communication skills, and a solid understanding of early childhood development. The position follows a school-year schedule, typically from 8:30 am to 3:12 pm.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of early childhood development, language, motor, sensory, social skills.
• Strong understanding of special education child find, referral and eligibility process.

Responsabilités

• Provide high-quality, individualized instruction to students aged 3-5.
• Lead the development, implementation, and annual review of IEPs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for families.

Connaissances

Understanding of early childhood development

Understanding of special education processes

Empathy & Patience

Communication

Organization

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or Early Childhood Education

Master’s in similar field preferred

Description du poste

MT. BLUE REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT - RSU 9

227 MAIN STREET, FARMINGTON, ME 04938

Phone [phone] Fax [phone]

COMMUNITY CULTURE CURRICULUM

“Working together to provide high-quality educational opportunities for all.”

CHESTERVILLE - FARMINGTON - INDUSTRY - NEW SHARON - NEW VINEYARD - STARKS TEMPLE - VIENNA - WELD - WILTON

Pre-K Special Education Teacher

*Primary locationdependent on student enrollment for School Year 26-27*

Job Goal(s):

To provide high-quality, individualizedinstruction to students aged 3-5 with diverse learning needs. This role involves managing the Individualized Education Program (IEP), collaborating with a multidisciplinary team (Speech, OT, PT), and fosteringa nurturinginclusive early childhood environment.

Certifications:

• Maine DOE Certification:
• (282) Teacher: Child with Disabilities(Birth - Age 5)
• (282) Teacher: Child with Disabilities (PreK - Grade 8)

Qualifications:

1. Strong understanding of early childhood development, language, motor, sensory, social skills.
2. Strong understanding of special education child find, referral and eligibility process.
3. Displays a philosophy consistent with that of the school district.

Core Competencies

• Empathy & Patience: A deep commitment to supporting the youngest learners and their families as they navigate the special education system.
• Communication: Ability to translate complex educational data into clear, actionable insights for parents and caregivers.
• Organization: Proven ability to manage documentation for a caseload while remaining present and engaged in the classroom.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or Early Childhood Education
• Master’sin similar fieldpreferred

Working Schedule

• School Year Only (180 Days)
• Elementary Schedule ~ 8:30am - 3:12pm

Travel Requirements

• Travel between schools may be requiredat times.

Reports to: Director of Special Services / Building Principal

Primary Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership: Design and implement specially designed instructional strategies, developmentally appropriate, play-based lessons that align with Maine’s Early Learning and Development Standards (MELDS) and individual student goals.
• Provide training, direction, and supervision to education technicians regarding the educational program.
• Organize and maintain the classroom structure to maximize instruction.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management and safety procedures.
• Assessment: Administer, score, and summarize results of assessment measures given to students.
• Establish and maintain a system of evaluating and documenting student progress.
• Participate in staff development activities and school duties and responsibilities appropriately.
• IEP Management: Lead the development, implementation, and annual review of IEPs. This includes conducting assessments, writing progress reports, and maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations (MUSER).
• Case Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for families, coordinating services with service providers (Speech Pathologists, OTs, and Behavioral Specialists) to ensure a holistic approach.
• Behavioral Support: Implement Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and assist in the creation of individualized behavior plans for students requiring social-emotional guidance.
• Monitor student behavior across all school settings and provide consultation and assistance as needed.
• Collaboration: Work closely with general education Pre-K teachers to support inclusive "least restrictive environment" (LRE) placements and transitions to Kindergarten.
• Communicate with parents of students on caseloadregarding progress or when requested by parents.

Terns of Employment:As determined by the ProfessionalCollective Bargaining Unit.

Evaluation:The performance of this job will be evaluated annually per the provision of the Board’s Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

FLSA: Exempt

Note:The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.