Brunswick School Department is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our team at Kate Furbish Elementary Pre-K-2 School staring in late December of 2023.

*Applications will be reviewed through November 20, 2023. If the position is not filled, it will be reposted and will remain open until a qualified applicant is found.

Requirements:

• Maine DOE 282 Special education certification. Those with conditional certification are encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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 procedures.
• Supervise and evaluate educational technicians.
• 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, 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.
• Perform other duties, as assigned by the building administrator, director of special services, or superintendent.
• Have a reflective and open-mindset with a willingness to grow and develop professionally.

* Brunswick School Department does not discriminate on the basis of sex or other protected categories in its education programs and activities, as required by federal and state laws/regulations. Discrimination against and harassment of students or school employees because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, familial status, physical or mental disability is prohibited. Equal Opportunity Employer