SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER, SELF CONTAINED
Windham Middle School
Windham Raymond School District, RSU#14
Windham,
Maine
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Job Details
- Job ID: 4272877
- Application Deadline:
Posted until Filled
- Posted:
May 25, 2023
- Starting Date:
August 2023
Job Description
Windham Middle School has a dynamic team of special educators and support staff. The ability to connect with students and serve as a liaison between students and staff is essential.
The successful candidate will be able to provide support and instruction given functional and academic deficits as outlined in students’ IEPs in both the special education setting and regular education setting.
Below is a list of some of the essential duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position:
•Experience working with students with behavioral challenges.
•Experience writing positive behavioral support plans and implementing them with fidelity
•Provide research-based reading, writing and math instruction in a special education setting
•Provide specially designed instruction in social skills and executive function skills in the special education setting
•Promote student learning and engagement by developing and delivering lessons based on appropriate instructional goals and ongoing assessments,
while using a variety of instructional approaches and techniques in the least restrictive environment to meet the varied needs and learning styles of students.
•Strong classroom management skills required
•Ability to work as a team member across multiple grades
•Strong time management and organizational skills required
•Effectively collaborate and communicate with families, colleagues, and students.
•Fulfill case-management responsibilities, such as writing comprehensive IEPs and written notices, in compliance with IDEA timelines and district procedures.
•Use ongoing assessments and data collection in order to refine academic and behavioral interventions, assess student growth in relation to goals, provide high-quality, inform instruction, and meaningful feedback to foster student learning.
•Promote positive student behavior by developing a culture of respect, active student investment and participation, and rapport in the classroom.
•Have a reflective and open mindset with a willingness to grow and develop professionally.
•Participate in regularly scheduled special education department meetings.
•Perform other duties, as assigned by the building administrator, director of student services, or superintendent.
- Position Type: Full-time
- Positions Available: 1
Job Categories:
Special Education > Autism
Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD
Special Education > Emotionally Disabled
Special Education > Multiple Disabilities
Employer Description
RSU 14 serves the beautiful Sebago Lakes communities of Windham and Raymond, which are located twenty minutes from Portland and thirty minutes from the cities of Lewiston/Auburn. The seven schools that comprise our district are dedicated to the success of all, including the 650 staff members and the 3300 students. Our school community hires only the most committed teaches who embrace the use of technology and 21st century teaching and learning standards to ensure the highest quality education. We seek to support, engage and develop high expectations for all students and staff members, and offer multiple opportunities for a rich and individualized educational experience. New and experienced teachers are provided multiple opportunities for professional growth, and partnerships with four local universities foster the belief that we are a community of learners. Consistently our students test above the state averages, exceed graduation rates and 86% of our students continue with post-secondary study.
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Location Description
RSU 14 serves the beautiful Sebago Lakes communities of Windham and Raymond, which are located twenty minutes from Portland and thirty minutes form the cities of Lewiston/Auburn. The seven schools that comprise our district are dedicated to the success of all, including the 650 staff members and the 3300 students.
Our school community hires only the most committed teaches who embrace the use of technology and 21st century teaching and learning standards to ensure the highest quality education. We seek to support, engage and develop high expectations for all students and staff members, and offer multiple opportunities for a rich and individualized educational experience.
New and experienced teachers are provided multiple opportunities for professional growth, and partnerships with four local universities foster the belief that we are a community of learners. Consistently our students test above the state averages, exceed graduation rates and 86% of our students continue with post-secondary study.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Windham Raymond School District, RSU#14 is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of Bachelor's Degree (Masters preferred); State of Maine Certification with endorsement 282 or 286; Must meet Maine State CHRC requirements.
- No experience required
- Bachelor degree preferred
- Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
Application Instructions
Use this application for all teaching positions.
Application Questions
This employer has requested that all applicants answer the following questions. It is highly recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.
- 1.
Please list your certifications.
Multiple Choice / Single Answer
- Maine CHRC Approval Dates
- Certification
- Certification
- 2.
Please account for and explain any gaps in employment during the past ten years.
Short Essay
(Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)
- 3.
Please describe a specific class or class activity you planned and actually conducted which illustrates your philosophy of teaching and is the best example of your teaching skills. What evidence showed you that this class or activity was successful in terms of student motivation and achievement?
Long Essay
(Answer limited to 4000 characters, including spaces)
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