Special Education Preschool Teacher - Early Childhood Services - Childrens Collaborative

Biddeford Schools; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team focused on early intervention and special education in a vibrant community. This role as a Lead Teacher in Early Childhood Services offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children with developmental disabilities. You will create tailored educational plans, lead a supportive classroom environment, and collaborate with families and specialists to foster growth and learning. Enjoy a fulfilling career while living in a picturesque coastal town with diverse recreational opportunities and a thriving community spirit. This position is perfect for passionate educators looking to contribute meaningfully to their community.

Benefits

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Professional Development

403 B Retirement Options

PTO Time Offered

School Holidays & Vacations Off

Qualifications

• State Certification as a Special Education Teacher required.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant education discipline needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized programming for students.
• Attend IEP meetings and provide direct care based on educational plans.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and support behavioral plans.

Skills

Special Education Expertise

Classroom Management

Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)

Behavioral Support Strategies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

State Certification as a Special Education Teacher

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Biddeford and Dayton Schools & Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative

Biddeford and Dayton Schools & Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative

Special Education Preschool Teacher - Early Childhood Services - Childrens Collaborative JobID: 2944

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Early Childhood
• Date Posted: 2/24/2025
• Location: Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative

Lead Teacher - Early Childhood Services
Biddeford, ME – Children’s Collaborative -Early Childhood Services Preschool Program

The Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative (SMAC) focuses on early intervention for children showing signs of increased behavioral, developmental or mental health issues. Children’s Collaborative offers services for children with autism, or similar developmental disabilities to learn skills to help them function successfully in home, school and community. SMAC is a unique organization that returns our profits to the public school system. So put your time and expertise to work for the benefit of your community!

Benefits include:

• Health insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Professional Development
• 403 B Retirement Options
• Follow the CDS academic year with major holidays & school vacations off
• PTO time offered

NOTE: Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative employees are not eligible for Maine State Retirement but are eligible to participate in a 403(b) retirement plan.

Certification/License: State Certification as a Special Education Teacher. Maine DOE 286 or 282

Education: Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Responsibilities of the Lead Teacher:

• Attend IEP meetings as a special education consultant
• Responsible for the overall operation of the classroom
• Develop developmentally appropriate programming for each child's individual goals and objectives
• Participate in IEP quarterly and provide appropriate documentation
• Independently conduct assessments and support with the writing of educational plans for children enrolled in the program, with input and suggestions for modification
• Provide direct care to children based upon individual education plan (IEP) and/or individual treatment plan
• Set up, including preparing material and lesson plans, and maintain an appropriate learning environment
• Attend and participate in required meetings, including, but not limited to, classroom and agency-wide
• Follow written positive behavior support plans and support with training teachers on positive behavioral instruction
• Have frequent collateral contacts with therapists and other members of the child's team

Live and Work in the Biddeford, Maine Community

• Located along the Atlantic coastline with miles of beaches
• Views of the Saco River to its west
• Less than 20 minutes south of the Greater Portland Area
• It is less than two hours north of Boston.
• Home to a growing population of diverse residents
• Picturesque downtown
• Maine's youngest city, with a median age of 29 in the historic downtown
• Thriving economy
• Many recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking, biking, public parks, and kayaking

Equal Opportunity
The School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district shall actively work to have the teacher and administrator workforce reflect the student body's diversity.

The School Department's selection will be based on those with the highest capabilities, the most vital commitment to quality education, and the greatest probability of effectively implementing the learning program. Therefore, selections will be made without consideration on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, parental status, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, membership in an employee organization, military service, political affiliation, and any other state or federal prohibitions.

Criminal Background Check
All employees of Maine schools must be fingerprinted for a criminal history background check. Please create a Department of Education log-in and make an appointment for a fingerprinting appointment at https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting.

Postings current as of 4/15/2025 2:48:27 PM CST.

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