Elementary Special Educator 0.5 FTE
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Job Location:
Woodstock, ME - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Are you a Special Educator who believes that a learning disability is just a different way of processing the world Do you thrive on seeing that aha! moment when a math concept finally clicks or a student masters a new literacy skill
Were looking for a dynamic Special Education Teacher to join our team atWoodstock Elementary School. This isnt just about paperwork and timelines; its about changingstudent outcomes through foundational instruction executive function coaching and SEL support.
Why Youll Love This Role
Creative Freedom: Lead the charge in structured literacy and math while designing how paraeducators and related services integrate to support the whole child.
Culture of Connection: We value equity inclusion and the human side of teaching. If you bring a sense of humor and a flexible mindset youll fit right in.
What You Bring to the Table
Expertise: You know your way around mild-to-moderate learning disabilities and how to move the needle on student growth.
Connection: Youre an ace communicator who builds bridge-strong relationships with families specialists and fellow educators.
Reflective Insight: You believe a positive learning environment is built on empathy equity andlets be honestthe ability to laugh when things dont go exactly as planned.
WhatWill you do
- Case Management & Compliance: Lead the IEP process from evaluation to implementation. Youll manage student records with precision ensuring all services align with state/federal laws and district policies.
- Instructional Leadership: Provide direct research-based instruction (academic and SEL) in 1:1 or group settings. Youll model differentiated instruction and modify classroom materials to ensure every student can access the curriculum.
- Expert Assessment: Administer and interpret a variety of evaluationsfrom standardized tests to behavioral observationsto track progress and determine eligibility.
- Team Collaboration: Partner with classroom teachers specialists and families to create a unified support system. You will also direct the daily work of paraeducators to maximize student impact.
- Behavioral Support: Develop and monitor proactive behavior management and crisis intervention plans that prioritize a safe respectful and inclusive learning environment.
- Community & Advocacy: Serve as a champion for your students within the school and broader community participating in district committees and school events to drive program excellence.
What Were Looking For:
We seek an innovative and flexible educator who is committed to developing and growing a program that maximizes student potential. The ideal candidate will:
- Hold or be eligible for a Vermont Educator License with an appropriate Special Education endorsement.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to equity diversity and inclusion in education.
- Possess excellent interpersonal communication time management and collaboration skills.
- Have experience and knowledge in structured literacy and the science of reading. Create a safe respectful and engaging learning environment tailored to students individual learning styles.
- Utilize data-driven decision-making to inform instruction and program development.
- Have expertise in integrating technology to support differentiated instruction.
- Understand the diverse needs of students and the impact of demographic factors on achievement.
- Be committed to continuous professional growth and innovative educational practices.
Why Join Us
In the Mountain Views Supervisory Union we are committed to our vision: Locally Inspired Globally Prepared and dedicated to fostering an inclusive and culturally diverse learning environment. Please visit our website if you have not already to see and read about the work we are doing.
Candidates with international experience multilingual abilities or backgrounds that contribute to diverse perspectives are strongly encouraged to apply. We welcome applications from out-of-state candidates who are eligible for Vermont licensure.
Our employees are offered a robust benefits package that includes medical dental vision a 403b retirement account with district contributions embedded PD and PLCs as well as tuition reimbursement for up to 6 credits at the UVM rate.
If you are a passionate educator eager to lead innovate and expand a program that empowers students to achieve independence and career success we invite you to apply.
Required Experience:
IC
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About Company
Every school system is unique, but they are connected by a shared aspiration: that all students have an educational experience preparing them to be effective lifelong learners and contributors. Now, more than ever, that experience must not only provide for the acquisition of rigorous ... View more
