Life Skills Teacher- Winslow High School

Life Skills Teacher – Winslow High School

Life Skills Teacher – Special Education.

Location:

Winslow High School, Winslow, ME. Position Type:
Full-Time. August  School Year.

Join a Community of Inclusion! Winslow High School is seeking a compassionate, dynamic, and student-centered educator to join our dedicated Special Education team. As a Unified Champion School, Winslow embraces a culture of belonging. We actively promote opportunities for students of all abilities to learn, grow, and lead together.

The Life Skills Teacher is a vital role focused on delivering instruction to students with diverse learning needs. You will help students develop the functional, academic, and social‑emotional skills necessary for independence and post‑secondary success.

Our ideal candidate sees the potential in every student and is committed to the "Black Raider" values of equity and whole‑student development.

• Individualized Instruction:
  Design and implement lessons aligned with IEP goals, focusing on daily living skills, vocational readiness, and functional academics.
• Classroom Leadership:
  Create a structured, supportive environment that fosters student confidence and real‑world readiness.
• Collaborative Advocacy:
  Work closely with general education teachers, Ed Techs, case managers, therapists, and families to ensure student progress.
• Transition Planning:
  Coordinate community‑based learning opportunities and post‑secondary transition activities.
• Data & Compliance:
  Monitor student progress using data‑driven practices and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state guidelines.

• Certification:
  Maine State Certification in Special Education (282) or eligibility for certification.
• Experience:
  
  Previous work with students with intellectual disabilities, autism, or developmental delays is highly preferred.
• Expertise:
  Knowledge of functional life skills instruction and transition planning.
• Mindset: A strong commitment to inclusive practices and the mission of a Unified Champion School.

• A Culture of Belonging:
  Work in a school that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion at every level.
• Supportive Team:
  Join a collaborative faculty that values teamwork and professional growth.
• Impact:
  Take on a meaningful role that directly prepares students for a life of independence and purpose.

Please submit the following materials to the Superintendent’s Office or email application packet to Brandy Huggins at bhuggins.

• Letter of Interest
• Completed Winslow School Department Application
• Current Resume
• Three (3) Professional Reference sly
• Transcripts
• Maine Teaching Certification

Winslow Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.