Middle School Special Education Teacher

Join Our Team at Hancock Grammar School!
Position: Middle School Special Education Teacher
School Year: 2025-2026

Job Description:
Hancock Grammar School is seeking a dedicated and skilled special education teacher to join our middle level team.
The ideal candidate will be a team player, flexible, and embrace the unique challenges of working with middle school students!

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) aligned with state and federal laws (e.g., IDEA) to meet each student's unique needs and goals.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities, adapting general education curriculum as needed.
• Offer direct instruction in reading, math, writing, social studies, and other areas through small group, individual, push-in, or pull-out services.
• Assess student progress through formative and summative assessments, modifying teaching strategies and interventions to ensure growth.
• Work closely with general education teachers, specialists, administrators, and parents/guardians to plan accommodations, share progress, and address student needs holistically.
• Create inclusive, supportive classrooms that encourage self-esteem, independence, and social-emotional development, while implementing positive behavior and de-escalation strategies.
• Keep accurate records of student progress, services, and accommodations while staying current with best practices, legal requirements, and professional development.

Qualifications:

• Professional endorsement to teach students with disabilities (282). Conditional certificates will be considered.
• Experience teaching middle school special education is preferred.

Interested candidates should send a letter of intent, resume, application, certification, transcripts and 3 letters of reference.
Complete packets required in order for consideration.

                                    For an application please contact Robin Clark 207-664-7199 or email
                                                        robinclark@hancockgrammar.org 

                                                Applications are also available on our website at
                                                         www.hancockgrammar.org

                                                An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer