Resource Room Special Education Teacher (K-5)

ServingSchools; Vinalhaven (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Resource Room Special Education Teacher for grades K-5. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment with small class sizes and a collaborative team. You will oversee IEPs, provide specialized instruction, and ensure compliance with educational regulations. Enjoy the beauty of Vinalhaven while making a significant impact on students' lives. If you're passionate about special education and looking for a fulfilling opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Responsible for overseeing delivery of services in students' IEPs.
• Provide specialized instruction to ensure student progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide specially designed instruction to students with IEPs.
• Serve as case manager for IEP development and compliance.
• Collaborate with service providers and regular education teachers.

Skills

Special Education Instruction

IEP Development

Behavior Intervention Plans

Collaboration with Educators

Communication with Parents

Education

Certification as a Special Education Teacher (282)

Job description

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Hello Special Education teachers! Looking for a dream location and a smaller case load? Do you wish for supportive colleagues and administrators? At Vinalhaven School, you will find a team approach to serving students, a friendly mentor, and a chance to explore our beautiful island trails and shoreline. Our modern and comfortable pK-12 school is located near the coast of Maine, with a total of just over 144 students. Class sizes and case loads are small, each room is rich with technology, and fellow staff members are skilled and helpful.

As a Special Education teacher, you will work with our Director of Student Services, supportive administration, general and special education colleagues, and our highly skilled staff of Ed. Techs to serve our identified students. Please see below for a detailed description of the position and responsibilities.

Description: Resource Room Special Education Teacher (K-5)

Certification Qualifications:

Certification as a Special Education teacher (282) or qualified to be certified within the first year.

Description:

Vinalhaven is seeking a teacher for our students in grades K-5. They are responsible for overseeing the delivery of services in students' Individualized Education Plans and providing specialized instruction to ensure that each student progresses in meeting IEP goals. The ability to relate positively to students, parents, and staff is essential to this position.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide evidence-based, specially designed instruction to students with IEPs to ensure that each student progresses in meeting their learning targets.
• Serve as case manager (IEP development and process, Written Notices, academic assessments, Positive Behavioral Support Plans) and oversee each student’s IEP, ensuring compliance with requirements in the Maine Unified Special Education Regulations – Chapter 101 including timelines related to the IEP process and IEP development.
• Supervise implementation of behavior intervention plans for students, including data collection.
• Consult with regular education teachers on a regular basis regarding educational needs, accommodations, and modifications.
• Collaborate with related service providers (speech therapists, OT, PT, social workers, etc.).
• Collaborate with Behavior Analyst and Special Education Consultant regarding teaching and behavior intervention programs.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians.
• Supervise educational technicians in the program.

Support Provided:

We have a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who consults directly with the teacher in this position to assist with teaching and behavior intervention programs. The full-time director of special education will meet regularly with the teacher and behavior analyst of this position to troubleshoot regarding student and staff needs.

To Apply:

Please email one PDF file that includes a letter of application, resume, proof of Maine certification, transcripts, and three current letters of recommendation to our business manager, Tina Davidson: [e-mail].

Questions Are Welcome:

Please contact our Director of Student Services, Dr. Sonja de Boer, at [e-mail].

Applications close when a suitable candidate is found.

MSAD #8 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.