What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher- K-4 position at ServingSchools?
K-4 Behavior Room Teacher
The K-4 Behavior Room Teacher provides academic instruction, behavioral support, and classroom structure for students who require a more therapeutic and highly supported educational setting during the school day. This position is embedded within a program that consists of a clinical model overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to support students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs in order to improve access to education.
Provide and adapt direct instruction aligned with students’ academic needs, IEP goals, and school curriculum.
For further information please contact Lisa Backman, Director of Special Education, at lbackman@ellsworthschools.org
Complete Application packets should be sent to taustin@ellsworthschools.org or returned to the Office of the Superintendent at 11 Avery Lane, Ellsworth, ME 04605.
Ellsworth School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The K-4 Behavior Room Teacher provides academic instruction, behavioral support, and classroom structure for students who require a more therapeutic and highly supported educational setting during the school day. This position is embedded within a program that consists of a clinical model overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to support students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs in order to improve access to education.
- 282 or 286 Certification
Provide and adapt direct instruction aligned with students’ academic needs, IEP goals, and school curriculum.
- Use proactive classroom management strategies and therapeutic approaches to support student regulation, engagement, and participation.
- Consult and collaborate regularly with the BCBA, LCSW, special education staff, related service providers, and administration to review student progress and adjust supports as needed.
- Support students in utilizing developed coping skills, problem-solving skills, self-regulation, and appropriate peer/adult interactions within the school setting.
- Communicate with families and school staff regarding student progress, concerns, and strategies to support success.
- Participate in team meetings, IEP meetings, and other planning meetings as appropriate.
For further information please contact Lisa Backman, Director of Special Education, at lbackman@ellsworthschools.org
Complete Application packets should be sent to taustin@ellsworthschools.org or returned to the Office of the Superintendent at 11 Avery Lane, Ellsworth, ME 04605.
Ellsworth School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.