Special Education Teacher- Social Skills, Grades K-3 - Rowe

About the role

The Oxford Hills School District is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher- Social Skills to join the team at Guy E. Rowe Elementary School. The position is part of a 180-day contract starting in the fall of 2026.

Responsibilities

• Teach social skills to students in grades K-3
• Implement Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals
• Collaborate with other special education teachers and related service providers
• Participate in IEP meetings and progress monitoring
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with district curriculum
• Assess student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly
• Provide small group and individualized instruction
• Work closely with classroom teachers to support general education students
• Attend professional development and training sessions

Requirements

• Master's degree in Special Education or related field
• Valid Maine DOE certification
• Experience working with students with social skill deficits
• Knowledge of evidence-based interventions for social skills development
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• At least three years of successful teaching experience
• Experience with data collection and analysis
• Proficiency in using educational technology tools
• Passion for supporting students with diverse needs

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Benefits

• Health insurance with 80% of the premium paid by the employer (up to 100% if both spouses work in the district)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Group life insurance
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• Maine Public Employee Pension
• 403(b) retirement plan eligibility
• 15 paid sick days per year
• Tuition reimbursement

Pay

$45,000.00 - $79,539.70* (SY25/26)

Schedule

180 day contract starting in the fall of 2026

Strategic Pillars

• Healthy and Resilient Students
• Maximizing Our Facilities to Support Learning
• Recruiting and Growing Talent
• Rigorous, Relevant and Responsive Learning

Our Mission

The Oxford Hills School District, in partnership with families and communities, engages and supports all students in diverse and challenging learning opportunities to prepare them to graduate as healthy, responsible, and productive citizens, ready to succeed in our global societies.

CORE BELIEFS

• Meet students where they are, motivating and helping them develop their individual learning paths.
• Hold students to high expectations and provide adequate time and support to achieve them.
• Prepare students for success by helping them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Foster high aspirations and the skills of self-determination, self-control, and self-advocacy.
• Guide students to be curious learners and ethical leaders, able to adapt to changing times.
• Provide learning experiences in a safe, caring, and welcoming environment.

OUR MISSION

The Oxford Hills School District, in partnership with families and communities, engages and supports all students in diverse and challenging learning opportunities to prepare them to graduate as healthy, responsible, and productive citizens, ready to succeed in our global societies.

Community Support

• Strong community support for athletics and extracurricular activities
• Outdoor resources for recreation and sports
• Access to skiing and other winter activities

Expectations of Oxford Hills School District Staff

• Model a strong work ethic, perseverance, and grit, as well as responsibility and respect.
• Utilize best practices for motivating today's students in a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Develop real-world learning experiences and community partnerships to provide students with opportunities for extensions of learning, applied learning, community service, and citizenship.
• Collaborate, engage, and communicate with colleagues, parents, and the public.
• Emphasize and employ practices that lead to improvement in student achievement.

How to Apply

Applicants must complete either the online application or contact the central office at 743-8972 for the substitute application to be considered for the position. Please be sure to provide complete reference information in the application for each reference including name, address, phone, and email address.