Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Lake Region School District (MSAD 61) – Crooked River Elementary School – Casco, Maine

Job : 5691793

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 05, 2026

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Functional Life Skills Teacher - Grades 3-5

Crooked River Elementary School in Casco, Maine is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to lead a Functional Life Skills classroom serving students in grades 3–5. This role focuses on supporting students with diverse learning needs in developing essential academic, social, communication, and daily living skills to promote independence and success across settings.

• Design and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) aligned with student needs
• Provide direct instruction in functional academics, communication, social-emotional skills, and daily living skills
• Use evidence-based practices and differentiated instruction to support a range of abilities
• Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
• Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, ed techs, and families
• Supervise and support educational technicians within the classroom
• Foster a structured, safe, and inclusive learning environment
• Support positive behavior interventions and crisis prevention strategies as needed
• Participate in IEP meetings, team planning, and professional development

Full-time

• Special Education >
  Life Skills
• Special Education >
  Mild/Moderate Disabilities
• Special Education >
  Multiple Disabilities

• Qualifications:
  • Valid Maine certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities (e.g., 282 or equivalent) – required
  • Fingerprinting and certification through the Department of Education – required
  • Bachelor’s degree required;
    Master’s degree in Special Education – preferred
  • Experience working with elementary students with diverse needs, including autism and developmental disabilities – preferred
  • Knowledge of functional life skills curriculum and applied behavior strategies – preferred
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills – preferred
  • Experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) – preferred
  • Familiarity with behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and data-driven instruction – preferred
  • Training in crisis prevention/intervention (Safety Care) – preferred
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Julie Ridlon
• 900 Portland Road
• Bridgton, Maine 04009
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