Special Education teacher - Functional Academics K-4 - Saccarappa School

ServingSchools; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Benefits

Professional development

Paid college courses

Summer employment opportunities

Job summary

The Westbrook School Department is seeking a full time Special Education Teacher for our Functional Academics/FLS program, serving K-4 students with functional academics, life skills, and executive functioning needs. The position is part of our dedicated special education team and includes competitive salaries and benefits.

Westbrook School Department emphasizes collaboration, continuous professional development, and opportunities for summer employment within a supportive district that values

Qualifications

• Certification: Maine State Special Education Certification 282

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for students in grades K-4 with functional academic, life skills, and executive functioning needs.
• Collaborate with special education and general education staff to support student learning.

Job description

The Westbrook School Department is seeking a full time Special Education Teacher for our Functional Academics/FLS program. The position will require providing instruction for students in grades K-4 with a range of functional academic, life skills, and executive functioning needs within the special education and general education settings. The qualified candidates will be given: competitive salaries and benefits, three college courses paid each year (University of Maine rate), continued professional development, and opportunities for summer employment. The candidate will become part of our devoted, friendly, and collaborative special education team.

Special Education

Westbrook School District Special Services Department provides student-centered instruction to support the diverse learning needs of students districtwide, in grades kindergarten through high school. Our innovative and dedicated staff employ evidence based literacy and mathematics programs to promote student success. We offer programming and a variety of related services across a continuum of settings. These programs foster a learning community that supports student's academic, social-emotional, functional, and pre-vocational needs. Our Special Services Department offers a collaborative work environment that sets high expectations for our staff and students. Our commitment to students and families is unsurpassed. Our culturally rich and equity focused district fosters an environment where staff and students work together to fulfill our mission.

Saccarappa Elementary School

Saccarappa Elementary is a K-4 school of approximately 400 learners and 80 dedicated staff. In addition to literacy and numeracy, our curriculum includes classes in art, music, STEAM, physical education, and library. Technology resources and skills are integrated across the curriculum and school settings. Our Title I school is proud of its knowledgeable and compassionate Multilingual, Special Education, MTSS, and Gifted and Talented programs. Staff works collaboratively to provide support for a wide range of diverse learners. Professional Learning Communities meet weekly during early releases in order to study best practices and hone the art of teaching. We are proud of the partnership we have with our families, the Saccarappa PTO, and many other community members who make Saccarappa School a special place to teach and learn.

District

Proudly serving one of the most diverse communities in the state in a growing suburb of Portland, Maine's largest city, the Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce in order to grow as a culturally rich and equity focused school district. All voices are heard in our schools. Through our student-centered programs, we meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all learners and embrace our identity as a whole child district. Our schools serve learners in PK-high school as well as Career and Technical Education and Adult Education. We nurture a collaborative working environment and a culture of continuous growth through supportive leadership, high expectations, and opportunities for professional learning. We also offer competitive pay and generous benefits. Together we fulfill our One Promise: The best education for all, for life. We invite you to join our team!

Certification: Maine State Special Education Certification 282

EOE

Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce to support a vibrant, culturally rich, and equity-focused school district.