Special Education Teacher Jobs in Maine

A Special Education Teacher in the elementary education industry provides specialized instruction designed to meet the unique learning needs of students with various disabilities. They create and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that outline the student's specific learning needs and the goals they are to reach. These educators also adapt lessons to ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities, can comprehend and engage with the curriculum. They work closely with parents, school administrators, and other teachers to monitor the student's progress and adjust the teaching methods and IEPs as needed. They also foster an inclusive environment that respects differences and promotes understanding among students.

Important skills for a Special Education Teacher include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, creativity, and the ability to motivate and understand students with special needs. They should have a deep understanding of different learning disabilities and know how to adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs. Certifications required may vary by location, but typically, they should have a bachelor's degree in special education, child psychology, or a related field. Many states also require licensing or certification in special education. Before becoming a Special Education Teacher, a person may have roles such as a Teacher Assistant, Special Education Paraprofessional, or an Inclusion Support Facilitator to gain relevant experience and skills.

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Elementary Behavior Special Education Teacher - Fairfield, ME

  • Fairfield, ME
  • moments ago
  • Fairfield, ME
  • moments ago

Salary: $1875 / Week The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of theSpecial Education Program Administrator provides quality services to specialeducation students, kindergarten through grade...

Elementary Behavior Special Education Teacher – Fairfield, ME

  • Fairfield, ME
  • 18 hours ago
  • Fairfield, ME
  • 18 hours ago

The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of theSpecial Education Program Administrator provides quality services to specialeducation students, kindergarten through grade 12....

We currently have an opening for a Special Education Teacher at Raymond Elementary School for the 2025-2026 school year....

MVCS- Special Education Teacher(RR) Elementary Level

  • Mexico, ME
  • 20 hours ago
  • Mexico, ME
  • 20 hours ago

Mountain Valley Community School has an opening for a Special Education Teacher, Life Skills, Elementary Level, to work as part of our Special Education team....

Anticipated Opening - Special Education Teacher - Life Skills

  • Appleton, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Appleton, ME
  • 1 day ago

Appleton Village School has an anticipated opening for a community-oriented, innovative special education teacher for our K- 8 functional life skills program....

Early Childhood Special Ed Teacher - Downeast

  • Brewer, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Brewer, ME
  • 1 day ago

EARLY INTERVENTION OR SPECIAL EDUCATION AND RELATED SERVICES: Provides Special Instruction as specified by the IFSP/IEP....

Special Education Teacher

  • Fairfield, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfield, ME
  • 2 days ago

The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of theSpecial Education Program Administrator provides quality services to specialeducation students, kindergarten through grade 12....

Anticipated Special Education Teacher BSLC grades 3-5

  • Skowhegan, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Skowhegan, ME
  • 2 days ago

Anticipated Opening Special Education Teacher Behavior Support Learning Center Grades 3-5 Mill Stream Elementary School Current Maine Certification Required Please submit: Cover Letter Resume Transcripts...

Special Education Teacher - Resource Room - RV

  • Gardiner, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Gardiner, ME
  • 2 days ago

Have strong knowledge of best practices in special education, including differentiated instruction, Universal Design for Learning, and the use of assistive technology....

Category Schools - Special Education Teacher Job Type Contract Soliant has an opening for a contracted Special Education Teacher near the Belmont, Maine area....

Special Education Teacher grades 5/6

  • Pittsfield, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Pittsfield, ME
  • 5 days ago

Job Description MSAD #53 is seeking a dynamic, team-oriented special education teacher to join our dedicated staff at Warsaw Middle School....

Special Education Teacher - WIndham Primary School

  • Windham, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Windham, ME
  • 5 days ago

Special Education Teacher - WIndham Primary School Windham Raymond School District, RSU#14 Windham Primary School - Windham, Maine Job Details Job ID:5279132 Application Deadline:Posted until filled...

Middle School Special Education Teacher

  • Topsham, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • Topsham, ME
  • 6 days ago

Middle School Special Education Teacher MSAD 75 / RSU 75 Mt....

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher - Portland

  • Portland, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 6 days ago

EARLY INTERVENTION OR SPECIAL EDUCATION AND RELATED SERVICES: Provides Special Instruction as specified by the IFSP/IEP....

Special Education Teacher

  • Northport, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • Northport, ME
  • 6 days ago

The Northport School Department is seeking an elementary special education for their traditional resource room. The caseload is small and Edna Drinkwater is a very inclusive school....

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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs in Maine

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireElementaryTeachers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Special Education Teacher positions.



Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers in Maine offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
Doctorate Degree
4.9%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
High School or GED
2.2%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.2%


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