Special EducationTeacher - Elementary Adaptive Skills

Special Education Teacher - Elementary Adaptive Skills

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

MT. BLUE REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT - RSU 9

227 MAIN STREET, FARMINGTON, ME 04938

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“Working together to provide high-quality educational opportunities for all.”

Special Education Teacher

Elementary Adaptive Skills Program

G.D. Cushing

PreK-Grade 1

Job Goal(s): To provide an appropriate and quality education for identified students with disabilities, with an understanding of special education programming and case management for students with emotional disabilities.

• Demonstrated knowledge of current research, theory, and pedagogy related to students.
• Displays a philosophy consistent with that of the school district.

• ME DOE State Licensure (282‑conditional considered)
• Valid CHRC
• BHP and Safety Care Certification a plus

• Provide daily specialized instruction using appropriate curriculum and supplementary materials to meet student's IEPs.
• Perform all case management responsibilities for students with disabilities on their caseloads.
• Schedule IEP meetings with parents and team; follow processes for room reservation and substitutes for team members specific to the student’s school.
• Request information from general education teachers and related service providers regarding student progress ahead of the meeting to ensure reports are available if a team member is unable to attend.
• Ensure evaluations are sent to parents 3 days before the meeting.
• Introduce and/or facilitate the IEP meeting.
• Take pertinent notes and develop the written notice for the meeting.
• Develop and send to parents progress reports of progress on goals quarterly, along with general education report cards.
• Develop and send all appropriate special education documentation (written notice, IEP, eligibility documentation, consent documentation).
• Communicate with parents of students on caseloads regarding progress or when requested by parents.
• Plan a program schedule for students in consultation with general education classroom teachers as appropriate.
• Provide training, direction, and supervision to education technicians regarding the educational program.
• Organize and maintain the classroom structure to maximize instruction.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management and safety procedures.
• Monitor student behavior across all school settings and provide consultation and assistance as needed.
• Administer, score, and summarize results of assessment measures given to students.
• Establish and maintain a system of evaluating and documenting student progress.
• Act as a resource by providing informal consultation to classroom teachers and other professionals as requested.
• Establish and model positive and open relationships with students, school personnel, and parents.
• Participate in staff development activities and school duties and responsibilities appropriately.
• Work collaboratively with the specialists providing supervision and oversight for the provision of Section 28 school‑based and specialized rehabilitative and community services.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master's degree in a related area preferred.

• 2+ years teaching experience, preferably in programs providing Section 28 medical services.

• Full time
• 180 days/year
• Elementary hours: 8:30 am – 3:42 pm

• Occasional travel for meetings.

Reports To: Building Principal/Director of Special Services

Terms of Employment: As determined annually by the District.

Evaluation: The performance of this job will be evaluated annually per the provision of the Board’s Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

FLSA Status: Non‑exempt

Note: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.

Position Type: Full‑Time

• Special Education >
  Behavior Specialist / EBD
• Special Education >
  Early Essential Education
• Special Education >
  General Special Education
• Special Education >
  Life Skills

• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.

• Michael Hanson, Assistant Special Services Director
• Districtwide
• Phone: 207‑778‑9517
• Email: mhanson