Special Education Instructional Strategist

Oxford Hills School District; Paris (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oxford Hills School District is seeking an Instructional Strategist for grades 6-8 to join a collaborative team across two middle school campuses. The role focuses on evaluating and consulting for students ages 3-22 and ensuring IDEA/Chapter 101 compliance.

The incumbent will lead RtI/MTSS efforts, chair IEP meetings, monitor 504 plans, and mentor staff while partnering with the Director of Student Services. This is a full-time position on a school campus in Maine.

Qualifications

• Maine certification in special education (#282, #030, #035)
• Master's degree preferred
• At least three years of successful teaching experience

Responsibilities

• General: Implement the District's mission and goals; foster a positive environment; distinguish urgent vs important and act accordingly.
• RtI/MTSS: knowledge of RtI/MTSS strategies; assist teachers in examining practices to meet needs and reduce referrals; consult with regular and special education staff on evidence-based strategies; guide district pre-referral teams on RtI; provide instructional guidance and leadership within MSAD#17.
• Section 504: knowledge of Section 504 regulations; supervise 504 case management; collaborate with staff to monitor progress and data in the pre-referral process.
• Special Education: knowledge of Chapter 101 (MUSER); facilitate and chair IEP meetings; assist supervision and evaluation of educational technicians; complete academic evaluations and classroom observations for IEP referrals; present data; participate in IEP development; mentor and provide coaching to improve classroom management; perform child find responsibilities

Education

Maine certification in special education

Master's degree

Job description

The Oxford Hills School District is seeking an Instructional Strategist for grades 6-8 to join a collaborative team across two middle school campuses. The role focuses on evaluating and consulting for students ages 3-22 and ensuring IDEA/Chapter 101 compliance.

The incumbent will lead RtI/MTSS efforts, chair IEP meetings, monitor 504 plans, and mentor staff while partnering with the Director of Student Services. This is a full-time position on a school campus in Maine.