Special Education Teacher - Elementary level - location to be determined

Job Details

Starting Date:Aug 21, 2025

Job Description

• We currently have an opening for an Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The position location will be determined at a later date. The ability to connect with students and serve as a liaison between students and staff is essential.
  The successful candidate will be able to provide support and instruction given functional and academic deficits as outlined in students’ IEPs in both the special education setting and regular education setting.
  
  Below is a list of some of the essential duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position:
  
  
• Experience working with students with behavioral challenges.
  
• Experience writing positive behavioral support plans and implementing them with fidelity
  
• Experience working with students with Autism and communication devices.
  
• Provide research-based reading, writing and math instruction in a special education setting
  
• Provide specially designed instruction in social skills and executive function skills in the special education setting
  
• Promote student learning and engagement by developing and delivering lessons based on appropriate instructional goals and ongoing assessments,
  while using a variety of instructional approaches and techniques in the least restrictive environment to meet the varied needs and learning styles of students.
  
• Strong classroom management skills required
  
• Ability to work as a team member across multiple grades
  
• Strong time management and organizational skills required
  
• Effectively collaborate and communicate with families, colleagues, and students.
  
• Fulfill case-management responsibilities, such as writing comprehensive IEPs and written notices, in compliance with IDEA timelines and district procedures.
  
• Use ongoing assessments and data collection in order to refine academic and behavioral interventions, assess student growth in relation to goals, provide high-quality, inform instruction, and meaningful feedback to foster student learning.
  
• Promote positive student behavior by developing a culture of respect, active student investment and participation, and rapport in the classroom.
  
• Have a reflective and open mindset with a willingness to grow and develop professionally.
  
• Participate in regularly scheduled special education department meetings.
  
• Perform other duties, as assigned by the building administrator, director of student services, or superintendent.
  

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Welcome to Manchester School, Raymond Elementary School, Windham Primary School

RSU 14 serves the beautiful Sebago Lakes communities of Windham and Raymond, which are located twenty minutes from Portland and thirty minutes from the cities of Lewiston/Auburn. The seven schools that comprise our district are dedicated to the success of all, including the 650 staff members and the 3300 students. Our school community hires only the most committed teaches who embrace the use of technology and 21st century teaching and learning standards to ensure the highest quality education. We seek to support, engage and develop high expectations for all students and staff members, and offer multiple opportunities for a rich and individualized educational experience. New and experienced teachers are provided multiple opportunities for professional growth, and partnerships with four local universities foster the belief that we are a community of learners. Consistently our students test above the state averages, exceed graduation rates and 86% of our students continue with post-secondary study. The Manchester School Vision Statement The Manchester School community provides: A climate where all students and staff are valued, respected and challenged to reach their unique potential. A child-centered learning environment based on clearly defined high academic standards and real world experiences supported by appropriate state-of-the-art resources. A child-centered physical environment that meets the needs of all programs and showcases children's accomplishments. A professional staff which consistently meet the standards defined for effective communication with all stakeholders, facilitator of learning for all, life-long learner, and curriculum developer in an environment that recognizes the needs of all children and the time and resources needed for each task., RSU 14 serves the beautiful Sebago Lakes communities of Windham and Raymond, which are located twenty minutes from Portland and thirty minutes from the cities of Lewiston/Auburn. The seven schools that comprise our district are dedicated to the success of all, including the 650 staff members and the 3300 students. Our school community hires only the most committed teaches who embrace the use of technology and 21st century teaching and learning standards to ensure the highest quality education. We seek to support, engage and develop high expectations for all students and staff members, and offer multiple opportunities for a rich and individualized educational experience. New and experienced teachers are provided multiple opportunities for professional growth, and partnerships with four local universities foster the belief that we are a community of learners. Consistently our students test above the state averages, exceed graduation rates and 86% of our students continue with post-secondary study., RSU 14 serves the beautiful Sebago Lakes communities of Windham and Raymond, which are located twenty minutes from Portland and thirty minutes from the cities of Lewiston/Auburn. The seven schools that comprise our district are dedicated to the success of all, including the 650 staff members and the 3300 students. Our school community hires only the most committed teachers who embrace the use of technology and 21st century teaching and learning standards to ensure the highest quality education. We seek to support, engage and develop high expectations for all students and staff members, and offer multiple opportunities for a rich and individualized educational experience. New and experienced teachers are provided multiple opportunities for professional growth, and partnerships with four local universities foster the belief that we are a community of learners. Consistently our students test above the state averages, exceed graduation rates and 86% of our students continue with post-secondary study.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree (Masters preferred). Must hold or be in the processing of obtaining a State of Maine certification with endorsement K-8 282 and an approved CHRC at time of hire. Please be sure to include all requested information in your application including current letters of recommendation from supervisor(s) and colleagues.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Application Instructions

Use this application for all teaching positions.

Application Questions

The employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.

• 1. Please list your certifications.
  Multiple Choice / Single Answer
  - Maine CHRC Approval Dates
  - Certification
  - Certification
• 2. Please account for and explain any gaps in employment during the past ten years.
  Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)
• 3. Please describe a specific class or class activity you planned and actually conducted which illustrates your philosophy of teaching and is the best example of your teaching skills. What evidence showed you that this class or activity was successful in terms of student motivation and achievement?
  Long Essay (Answer limited to 4000 characters, including spaces)
• 4. Not provided
  Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)
• 5. Not provided
  Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)

Contact Information

• Lisa Garneau
• 228 Windham Center Road
• Windham, Maine 04062
• Phone: 207-892-1800, x 2005
• Email: lgarneau@rsu14.org