Special Education Teacher
About The Position
Boothby Therapy Services is hiring a full-time Special Education Teacher for a preschool program in Farmington, Maine for the 2026–2027 school year. This role supports early childhood students, helping some of Maine's youngest learners build foundational skills in a supportive, team-based school environment. At Boothby, you'll have the structure and support needed to succeed in early childhood special education, including a dedicated Service Delivery Manager for guidance and day-to-day support, a collaborative team environment with SLPs, OTs, PTs, and school staff, and access to early childhood resources, tools, and strategies. The position focuses on manageable workloads and educator well-being, designed to be different from traditional school roles. Boothby Therapy Services is a mission-driven organization built on empowerment, kindness, and professionalism, partnering with schools across New England to support student success and investing deeply in educators.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Special Education (minimum)
- Valid Maine Special Education teaching certification (or eligibility)
- Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience or interest in early childhood, preschool, or special education settings preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized instruction to preschool students with diverse learning needs
- Develop, implement, and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Deliver specialized instruction aligned with student goals and developmental milestones
- Use play-based, developmentally appropriate teaching strategies
- Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers (SLPs, OTs, PTs), and families
- Monitor and document student progress using data-driven practices
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district special education regulations
- Participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, and professional development
- Foster a positive, inclusive early childhood learning environment
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Continuing education and licensure reimbursement
- Access to professional development and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
