Special Education Teacher

Servingschools; Hermon (ME); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Patricia A. Duran Elementary School in Maine is seeking a dedicated special education teacher to support young learners with diverse needs. You will develop and implement IEPs, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and monitor progress to celebrate every child’s growth.

The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate teaching practices, family partnership, and compliance with Maine special education laws. Strong communication and creativity are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education and Maine licensure required.
• Strong collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams essential.
• Deep understanding of early childhood development and practices.
• Knowledge of IEP development, compliance, and special education laws.
• Preferred: ABA/PBIS training and assistive technologies.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom for young learners with special needs.
• Develop and implement IEPs using evidence-based practices and hands-on learning.
• Collaborate with families, service providers, and specialists to support students.
• Conduct assessments, monitor progress, and celebrate each child’s achievements.
• Lead IEP meetings with empathy, ensuring families feel heard and empowered.

Skills

Maine certification

Collaboration skills

IEP knowledge

Early childhood development

ABA/PBIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in special education

Maine 282 TOSD endorsement

Job description

Patricia A. Duran Elementary School

• Have or be eligible for a valid Maine teaching certification with 282 Teacher of Students with Disabilities (02-GRADES K-8) endorsement
• Deep understanding of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices
• Knowledge of special education laws, IEP development, and compliance
• Strong collaboration skills with families and multidisciplinary teams
• Patient, compassionate, and creative approach to teaching young children with diverse needs
• Preferred: Pre-K special education experience, training in ABA/PBIS, knowledge of assistive technology
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Committee may find appropriate and acceptable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education
• Have or be eligible for a valid Maine teaching certification with 282 Teacher of Students with Disabilities (02-GRADES K-8) endorsement
• Deep understanding of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices
• Knowledge of special education laws, IEP development, and compliance
• Strong collaboration skills with families and multidisciplinary teams
• Patient, compassionate, and creative approach to teaching young children with diverse needs
• Preferred: Pre-K special education experience, training in ABA/PBIS, knowledge of assistive technology
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Committee may find appropriate and acceptable.

Reports To: Building Principals and Director of Special Services

Oversees: Special Education Educational Technicians

Job Goal

• Create a nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom where young learners with special needs can explore, play, and grow
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) using evidence-based practices and hands‑on learning
• Collaborate with families, related service providers (OT, PT, speech), and specialists to provide comprehensive support
• Conduct assessments, monitor progress, and celebrate each child's unique achievements
• Lead IEP meetings with empathy, ensuring families feel heard and empowered

EOE/AA