Job Description

We are seeking a talented Special Education Teacher to join our team at our special purpose private school in Kittery!

Kittery Academy serves grades 7-12, blending education with behavioral support services to 10 students who have a mental health diagnosis that includes conduct disorders, anxiety and PTSD.

As a Special Education Teacher for Connections for Kids you will develop IEP’s, plan curriculum, prepare instructional materials, and implement a variety of effective teaching strategies that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of our small group of students. This is a full time, school year position with a modified 6 week summer program between July and August.

Qualifications

If you...

• Have a completed Bachelor's degree in Education or related field,
• Hold a current 282 Special Education Teacher Certification (Targeted Need, Conditional, or Provisional status) from the State of Maine Department of Education (required),
• Have 1-2 years of teaching experience,
• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic,

....then you're our ideal candidate!

Additional Information

** Our top tier benefits package includes:**

• $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
• Competitive starting salary between $46,000 and $60,000 per year based on qualifications,
• Medical,
• Dental,
• Vision,
• 403b retirement plan with matched contributions after a year of employment,
• Relaxed and casual work environment,
• Convenient school hours, Monday through Friday,
• Company issued cell phone and laptop,
• Tuition reimbursement,
• Participation in the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program,
• Discounted pet insurance,
• Discounts to a host of local businesses including an 18% discount for Verizon,
• Paid trainings,
• Paid time off,
• Short-term disability coverage,
• Complimentary long-term disability coverage and life insurance at no cost,

** If you’d like to be part of our amazing educational team, submit your cover letter and resume today!**

Location: This position is located in Kittery, ME

Candidates need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 to be considered