Long Term Substitute - Pre-K Special Education

227 MAIN STREET, FARMINGTON, ME 04938

Phone (207) 778-6571 Fax (207) 778-4160

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“Working together to provide high-quality educational opportunities for all.”

CHESTERVILLE - FARMINGTON - INDUSTRY - NEW SHARON - NEW VINEYARD - STARKS TEMPLE - VIENNA - WELD - WILTON

Job Goal(s):

To provide high-quality, individualized instruction to students aged 3-5 with diverse learning needs. This role involves managing the Individualized Education Program (IEP), collaborating with a multidisciplinary team (Speech, OT, PT), and fostering a nurturing inclusive early childhood environment.

Certifications:

• Maine DOE Certification Prefered:
• • (282) Teacher: Child with Disabilities (Birth - Age 5)
  • (282) Teacher: Child with Disabilities (PreK - Grade 8)
  • Equivalent experience will be considered

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of early childhood development, language, motor, sensory, social skills.
• Strong understanding of special education child find, referral and eligibility process.
• Displays a philosophy consistent with that of the school district.

• Empathy & Patience: A deep commitment to supporting the youngest learners and their families as they navigate the special education system.
• Communication: Ability to translate complex educational data into clear, actionable insights for parents and caregivers.
• Organization: Proven ability to manage documentation for a caseload while remaining present and engaged in the classroom.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or Early Childhood Education or master’s in similar field preferred

Working Schedule

Reports to: Director of Special Services / Building Principal

Primary Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership: Design and implement specially designed instructional strategies, developmentally appropriate, play-based lessons that align with Maine’s Early Learning and Development Standards (MELDS) and individual student goals.
• • Provide training, direction, and supervision to education technicians regarding the educational program.
  • Organize and maintain the classroom structure to maximize instruction.
  • Maintain appropriate classroom management and safety procedures.
• Assessment: Administer, score, and summarize results of assessment measures given to students.
• • Establish and maintain a system of evaluating and documenting student progress.
  • Participate in staff development activities and school duties and responsibilities appropriately.
• IEP Management: Lead the development, implementation, and annual review of IEPs. This includes conducting assessments, writing progress reports, and maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations (MUSER).
• Case Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for families, coordinating services with service providers (Speech Pathologists, OTs, and Behavioral Specialists) to ensure a holistic approach.
• Behavioral Support: Implement Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and assist in the creation of individualized behavior plans for students requiring social-emotional guidance.
• • Monitor student behavior across all school settings and provide consultation and assistance as needed.
• Collaboration: Work closely with general education Pre-K teachers to support inclusive "least restrictive environment" (LRE) placements and transitions to Kindergarten.
• • Communicate with parents of students on caseload regarding progress or when requested by parents.

Terns of Employment:

• This is a long term substitute placement.

Rate:

• $160-180 per day