Special Education Teacher - Functional Life Skills (Elementary)
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Special Education Teachers, Elementary SchoolSpecial Education Teachers, All OtherSpecial Education Teachers, Secondary SchoolSpecial Education Teachers, Middle SchoolSpecial Education Teachers, KindergartenIndustries:
Elementary and Secondary SchoolsBusiness Schools and Computer and Management TrainingJunior CollegesResidential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse FacilitiesOther Residential Care FacilitiesLISBON SCHOOL DEPARTMENTSPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - FUNCTIONAL LIFE SKILLS (Elementary)(beginning the 2026/2027 school year)The Lisbon Community School is seeking dedicated and compassionate Elementary Special Education Teacher to support students with Autism, Other Health Impairments (OHI), and/or other disabilities who present with academic, language, and social challenges. This position focuses on delivering a functional life skills curriculum designed to promote independence, communication, and meaningful participation in school and community environments.Certification 282 K-8 or 286 K-8 certification required*Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) aligned with students’ unique learning profiles and functional needsProvide direct instruction in functional academics, communication, social skills and daily living skillsUtilize evidence-based practices, including structured teaching, visual supports, and behavior intervention strategiesCollect and analyze data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordinglyCollaborate with related service providers (e.g. speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, behavior specialists)Foster structured, supportive, and inclusive classroom environmentCommunicate regularly with families regarding student progress and strategies for skill generalizationSupport students in developing independence across school routines, including transitions, self-care, and community-based instruction when appropriateSupervise and support Ed Techs in the special education and regular education settingSTART DATE: AUGUST 2026APPLICATIONS CLOSE: WHEN SUITABLE CANDIDATE FOUNDPLEASE SEND COVER LETTER, COMPLETED APPLICATION, RESUME, TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATION & (3) LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TO:SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLSATTN: HUMAN RESOURCES19 GARTLEY STREETLISBON, MAINE 04250TEL. 207-353-6711 / FAX. 207-353-3032E.O.E./A.A.Applications can be found at: https://www.lisbonschoolsme.org/central_office/vacanciesApplication information can be emailed to Louise Levesque: llevesque@lisbonschoolsme.org