Special Education Teacher- Autism- Long-Term Substitute, Oxford Elementary

Oxford Hills School District; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Oxford Hills School District in Oxford, ME, is seeking a Special Education Teacher for an autism program as a long-term substitute at Oxford Elementary School. The assignment runs from November 23, 2026, to March 12, 2027, with per-diem pay based on experience and Maine certification requirements.

Responsibilities include delivering inclusive instruction, collaborating with the principal and Student Services, and maintaining program documentation to support student progress in a dynamic learning

Qualifications

• Certification to teach in Maine is required or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsement(s).
• Experience in autism programs and special education settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction for students in a long-term substitute autism program at Oxford Elementary.
• Collaborate with building leadership and Student Services to support student learning.
• Maintain documentation and communicate with families as appropriate.

Skills

Special Education

Autism programs

Education

Maine certificate or ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsement(s) (#282)

Job description

Special Education Teacher- Autism- Long-Term Substitute, Oxford Elementary JobID: 665

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 10/14/2026
• Location: Oxford Elementary School

The Oxford Hills School District is seeking excellent qualified candidates for the position of a long-term substitute: Special Education Teacher in our autism program at Oxford Elementary School. The dates are November 23, 2026 through March 12, 2027.

Candidates must hold a valid Maine certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriateendorsement(s) (#282).

Reports to: Building Principal/Director of Student Services

Work Schedule: 11/23/2026-3/12/2027

Salary: Per Diem based on experience

As a District we are committed to our four Strategic Pillars: Healthy and Resilient Students, Maximizing Our Facilities to Support Learning, Recruiting and Growing Talent, and Rigorous, Relevant and Responsive Learning. We are invested in the well-being of our students and our staff and you will find our classrooms - both indoors and outdoors - as evolving spaces intentionally designed to optimize learning. Our District maintains close partnerships with multiple community partners.

CORE BELIEFS

Therefore, the Oxford Hills School District, in collaboration with its parents and communities, will:

• Meet students where they are, motivating and helping them develop their individual learning paths.
• Hold students to high expectations and provide adequate time and support to achieve them.
• Prepare students for success by helping them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Foster high aspirations and the skills of self-determination, self-control, and self-advocacy.
• Guide students to be curious learners and ethical leaders, able to adapt to changing times.
• Provide learning experiences in a safe, caring, and welcoming environment.

EXPECTATIONS OF OXFORD HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT STAFF:

As contributing members of the district's learning community, all district staff members are expected to:

• Model a strong work ethic, perseverance and grit, as well as responsibility and respect;
• Utilize best practices for motivating today's students in a safe, supportive learning environment;
• Demonstrate knowledge in the development of real-world learning experiences and community partnerships to provide students with opportunities for extensions of learning, applied learning, community service, and citizenship;
• Demonstrate a willingness and ability to collaborate, engage, and communicate with colleagues, parents and the public.

Further, instructional staff will emphasize and employ practices that lead to improvement in student achievement by:

• Instilling problem-solving and critical thinking as a "new basics" for learning across all grade levels;
• Delivering strong literacy instruction across content areas;
• Helping student develop skills to apply, interpret, analyze, and evaluate the vast, ever-expanding amount of information;
• Employing effective lesson design by adjusting to students' personal learning needs and preferences, including appropriate technology applications.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Oxford Hills School District is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.