Special Education Teacher – Full Time

Position Overview

This full-time position offers the opportunity to work with highly talented colleagues and motivated students in a collaborative and supportive educational environment. Erskine Academy operates primarily as a mainstream educational program, with special education services designed to support student success within the general education setting.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of students with disabilities, ensuring compliance with all state and federal special education requirements

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

• Coordinate annual reviews, reevaluations, progress monitoring, transition planning, and required documentation

• Provide direct academic support and specialized instruction through individual and small-group interventions

• Support students in developing executive functioning, organization, study skills, self-advocacy, and independence

• Collaborate closely with general education teachers to ensure students are successful in mainstream classrooms and have access to appropriate accommodations and supports

• Serve as an advocate for students while helping them assume increasing responsibility for their own learning

• Maintain strong communication and partnerships with families, teachers, counselors, and outside service providers

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and special education eligibility determinations

• Foster a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment that promotes student growth, resilience, and confidence

• Contribute positively to the broader school community through participation in school activities and events

Qualifications

• Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field
  • Maine Teacher Certification in Special Education (282 – Teacher of Children with Disabilities) or eligibility to obtain certification
  • Knowledge of special education law, regulations, and best practices
  • Strong understanding of accommodations, differentiated instruction, and evidence-based interventions
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and collaborative skills
  • Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues

• Preferred:

  • Master's degree in Special Education or related field
  • Three or more years of successful experience in secondary special education
  • Experience managing IEP caseloads and facilitating IEP meetings
  • Experience supporting students in inclusive educational settings
  • Familiarity with transition planning and college/career readiness programming
  • Experience utilizing data to inform instructional and intervention decisions