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Special Education Teacher – Functional Life Skills - ASHS
Anticipated Start Date: 2026/2027 School Year
The Waterville Public School System serves over 2,000 students of all ages in and near Waterville, Maine. Recognized as one of the city’s greatest assets, our schools engage every child in challenging, student-centered learning while providing a safe, welcoming environment for them to learn and grow.
Under the general supervision of the School Principal & Special Education Director, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment in a self-contained functional life skills classroom.
The city of Waterville is located on the banks of the Kennebec River and is easily accessible from two exits off I-95 as well as Route 201. Waterville offers access to affordable housing, employment opportunities, medical facilities, outdoor activities, and a vibrant arts, entertainment, and culinary scene. http://www.waterville-me.gov/about/
Special Education Teacher – Functional Life Skills
Waterville Public Schools
c/o Special Education Teacher – Functional Life Skills Search Committee
25 Messalonskee Avenue
Waterville, Maine 04901
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Waterville Public Schools does not discriminate in the operation of our educational and employment policies and will honor all appropriate laws relative to discrimination.
Anticipated Start Date: 2026/2027 School Year
The Waterville Public School System serves over 2,000 students of all ages in and near Waterville, Maine. Recognized as one of the city’s greatest assets, our schools engage every child in challenging, student-centered learning while providing a safe, welcoming environment for them to learn and grow.
Under the general supervision of the School Principal & Special Education Director, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment in a self-contained functional life skills classroom.
The city of Waterville is located on the banks of the Kennebec River and is easily accessible from two exits off I-95 as well as Route 201. Waterville offers access to affordable housing, employment opportunities, medical facilities, outdoor activities, and a vibrant arts, entertainment, and culinary scene. http://www.waterville-me.gov/about/
Special Education Teacher – Functional Life Skills
- This is a school-year position that follows school-day hours and school vacations—an ideal schedule for working parents or those who value work-life balance aligned with the academic calendar.
- Benefits highlight: health and dental insurance, course reimbursement, and professional development. Full contract available online at: https://wtvl.aos92.org/district-resources/policies-and-contracts
- Full job description available online at: https://wtvl.aos92.org/jobs
- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to address academic and functional needs.
- Participates in meetings and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans (IEP) for students.
- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEPs and behavior management plans.
- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
- Serves as a ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
- State Certification as a Special Education Teacher. Maine DOE 286 or 282
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignments.
- Master’s Degree in Special Education, preferred
- Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
- Organizational skills, ability to implement positive behavioral supports, and ability to work cooperatively with others.
Waterville Public Schools
c/o Special Education Teacher – Functional Life Skills Search Committee
25 Messalonskee Avenue
Waterville, Maine 04901
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Waterville Public Schools does not discriminate in the operation of our educational and employment policies and will honor all appropriate laws relative to discrimination.