Special Education Teacher - Resource Room
Listed on 2026-07-19
-
Education / Teaching
Special Education Teacher, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Elementary School, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Special Education Resource Room Teacher (Grades K5)
Palermo Consolidated School is seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and student-centered Special Education Resource Room Teacher to join our dedicated K5 team for the school year. As a small, community-centered school, Palermo is a place where every student is known, every staff member is valued, and strong relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Our team is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Through a strong focus on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), collaboration, and a shared commitment to student success, our educators work together to ensure every child reaches their full potential. If you're looking to work in a school where colleagues genuinely support one another, celebrate successes together, and believe in the power of teamwork, Palermo is the place for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide specially designed instruction in both resource room and inclusive classroom settings.
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Use assessment and progress-monitoring data to design and adjust instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers, related service providers, educational technicians, and families to support student achievement.
- Conduct academic evaluations and classroom observations.
- Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and professional learning opportunities.
- Foster an inclusive learning environment that promotes student independence, confidence, and success.
Qualifications:
- Valid Maine Certification 282 Teacher of Students with Disabilities required.
- Experience working with elementary-aged students preferred.
- Knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices and special education law.
- Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
- A positive, flexible, and student-focused approach to supporting diverse learners.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).