SPPS Teacher

Connections For Kids • Kittery, ME

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Welcome to Kittery Kids Academy! Connections for Kids is one of Maine’s leading accredited mental health agencies and for 26 years has been making a difference in the lives of children and families. We are seeking an amazing and talented Lead Special Education Teacher to join our team at our private special education school in Kittery, Maine! Kittery Academy serves grades K-6, blending education with emotional and behavioral support services to 8-10 students.

Requirements

• Certified or Eligible for Certification in Special Education
• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Love working with kids!
• Bachelor's (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)
• Maine Certified or Eligible for Certification in Special Education
• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Love working with kids!

Nice To Haves

• Master's in Special Education, 030 or 282

Responsibilities

• Develop IEPs
• Plan curriculum
• Prepare instructional materials
• Implement a variety of effective teaching strategies that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of our small group of students
• Work alongside a comprehensive team of educators, clinicians, BCBA, BHPs
• Be an integral part of helping our students thrive and be successful

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Matching 403b (after first year)
• Relaxed and casual work environment
• Participation in the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Company issued cell phone and laptop
• Discounted pet insurance
• 18% Discount for Verizon
• Paid trainings
• Paid time off
• Short-term disability coverage
• Complimentary long-term disability coverage and life insurance at no cost
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level