Special Education Teacher

Boothby Therapy Services • Gardiner, ME

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Boothby Therapy Services is hiring a part-time Special Education Teacher for three days per week in Gardiner, Maine, for the 2026–2027 school year. The teacher will serve students in a self-contained classroom. Placement is personalized based on candidates’ experience, preferred age group, caseload interests, and geographic preferences.

The role includes specialized instruction and supporting students’ academic, behavioral, social, and functional growth. Teachers develop and manage IEPs, monitor progress, maintain documentation, collaborate with families and school teams, and help ensure compliance with applicable special education regulations. Educators receive mentorship, clinical and administrative support, professional development, and collaboration with related-service providers and district teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
• 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.

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.
• Use 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Continuing education reimbursement.
• Licensure reimbursement.
• Free professional development opportunities.
• Dedicated clinical and administrative support.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Ongoing mentorship and guidance.
• Collaboration with experienced SLPs, OTs, PTs, school psychologists, and district teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level