Special Education Teacher

Boothby Therapy Services•Bowdoin, ME

17d•$67,500 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

Boothby Therapy Services is actively hiring a Special Education Teacher in Bowdoin, Maine for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a full-time (5 days per week) role serving students in grades 6 through 8. Rather than fitting educators into a single opening, we take a personalized approach and match candidates with positions based on their experience, preferred age group, caseload interests, and geographic preferences. Whether you're looking for a role close to home, a specific population, or a supportive team environment, we'll work with you to find the right opportunity. Boothby offers a different experience for educators who have felt unsupported, overwhelmed, or isolated in a traditional school role, providing dedicated support, ongoing mentorship, collaboration with other professionals, access to resources, and a company culture designed to reduce burnout and help educators thrive.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or related field (required)
Valid Maine Special Education certification or eligibility for certification
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in school-based special education settings preferred
New graduates and experienced educators are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Deliver specialized instruction to students receiving special education services
Develop, implement, and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation
Collaborate with families, teachers, administrators, and related service providers
Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings
Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies and interventions
Support students' academic, behavioral, social, and functional growth
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district special education regulations
Foster inclusive and supportive learning environments