Camden Rockport Elementary School

Special Education Teacher - Day Treatment Full-time with Benefits Immediate Opening

One Year Position (26-27 School Year)

About Camden Rockport Elementary School

Camden Rockport Elementary School, nestled in a spacious setting with woods and fields adjacent to the high school, serves approximately 310 students in grades PreK-4 from the towns of Camden and Rockport. CRES is guided by the EL Education Curriculum and Bridges mathematics, and follows the Responsive Classroom philosophy. CRES has a robust system of support for students, and features the first nature-based universal PreK in the state of Maine.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and resilient Special Education Teacher to work with students with mental health, behavioral and social-emotional disabilities in our school-based Day Treatment Program. A total of 2 Special Education Teachers, 5 Educational Technicians and a clinical social worker provide positive behavioral support for students in both special and regular education settings. The Day Treatment classroom is a therapeutic environment that prioritizes experiential education and outdoor activities while using a restorative approach to discipline and a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to student care. The teacher will be responsible for case-management, inclusion, consultation, and supervision of Educational Technicians. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with IEP goals

• Deliver evidence-based early childhood special education services using a nature-based approach for designated PreK students

• Support growth in literacy, numeracy, communication, executive functioning, and social-emotional skills

• Monitor student progress and maintain compliant documentation

• Collaborate with families, related service providers, and school staff

   

Requirements

• Background check, including fingerprinting

• Maine Department of Education Teacher Certification with Teacher of Children With Disabilities 282 (Birth - age 5 and K -  grade 8) endorsements required

• Experience working in Day Treatment and collaborating with outside agencies is preferred.

   

Pay and Benefits

• Pay ranges from $52,686 per year (Bachelor's Degree, 0 years experience) to $100,103 per year (2 Masters or PhD with 20+ years experience), prorated based on start date.
• Health Insurance (including Vision)
• Dental Insurance (100% Employee paid)
• 15 Sick Days
• 3 Personal Days
• FSA
• Eligible to contribute to a 403(b) retirement plan
• This position pays into the Maine Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)

About Camden Rockport School District

Camden Rockport Schools is an exceptional school district located in a scenic coastal community and provides a highly competitive salary and benefits package. As a district, we are committed to equity, excellence, the environment, and forward thinking. Our simple, but powerful mission drives our work – Be Kind. Work Hard. Keep Learning. We highly value our sense of place and surroundings which boast mountains, lakes, rivers, a ski hill, and the ocean.

How to Apply

Please apply on-line at https://www.fivetowns.net/jobs

Application deadline: When suitable candidate fo****und 

Camden Rockport Schools 22 Knowlton Street Camden, ME  04843 Phone: (207)236-3358 Fax: (207)236-7810

EOE

Please Note:  Only complete and submitted Applitrack Applications will be reviewed for interview consideration.  A complete application must consist of the Applitrack Application, cover letter & resume, copy of transcripts & certification (when applicable), and names/contact information for three current references.

Regional School Unit 28/Maine School Administrative District 28 is a regular school district located in Knox County with 2 schools, 67 teachers and 733 students. Total Revenue is $19,079,000 and is trending flat. Regional School Unit 28/Maine School Administrative District 28 spends $20,165 per student per year on instruction.