Kittery Kids’ Academy Special Education Teacher

Position:
Kittery Kids’ Academy Special Education Teacher

Location:
Kittery Kids’ Academy, 518 US Rt. 1, Kittery, ME

Program:
Special Purpose Private School

Grade Level:
K-6

Start Date:
Immediately

Salary:
$45,000-$53,000 Plus $4,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field,
• Current 282 Special Education Teacher Certification (Targeted Need, Conditional, or Provisional status) from the State of Maine Department of Education,
• 1-2 years of teaching experience,
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record and proof of auto insurance,
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Benefits:

• Medical,
• Dental,
• Vision,
• Paid sick time,
• Paid vacation time,
• Short-term disability coverage,
• Complimentary long-term disability coverage and life insurance at no cost,
• A 403b plan with matched contributions after a year of employment,
• Company issued cell phone and lap top,
• Tuition reimbursement
• Participation in the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program,
• Discounts to area businesses such as an 18% discount to Verizon!

Live your passion at Connections for Kids! 

Connections for Kids is one of Maine’s leading mental health agencies.  We are a small group of talented individuals united by a common path to purpose and committed to making a difference in the world.

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

Kittery Kids’ Academy is a special purpose school serving grades K-6 that provides behavioral support services to 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.

If you’d like to be part of our amazing educational team, please submit your cover letter and resume to dlukas@connectionsforkids.org!