K-5 Special Education Teacher

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Elementary School Teacher
• Date Posted: 10/24/2025

Location: RSU 57 – Shapleigh, Maine
Reports To: Director & Assistant Director of Special Education, Building Administrators

RSU 57 is seeking a dedicated, student-centered Special Education Teacher to provide high-quality instructional, diagnostic, and consultative services to students with special needs. The teacher will develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), collaborate with staff and families, and support the academic, behavioral, and social growth of all learners.

Current Maine Teacher Certification appropriate for grade level and specialty area

Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree preferred

Prior teaching experience preferred

Conduct evaluations and assessments to identify students requiring special education services

Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs

Maintain accurate records, including lesson plans, evaluation reports, IEPs, and transition plans

Provide consultative and supportive services to teachers, parents, and staff

Participate in student teams, IEP meetings, and other district-level meetings

Collaborate with consultants, counselors, and agency representatives as appropriate

Supervise Educational Technicians as assigned

Stay current with special education regulations, instructional strategies, and assistive technology

Salary, work year, and conditions are established by the RSU 57 School Board. Performance will be evaluated according to district policy.

Position may require sitting, standing, walking, lifting (25–75 lbs depending on student), bending, kneeling, and other physical tasks as necessary. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities.

RSU 57 Massabesic School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability. Retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in investigations is prohibited.