Special Education Coordinator

MT. BLUE REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT - RSU 9

227 MAIN STREET, FARMINGTON, ME 04938

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"Working together to provide high-quality educational opportunities for all." CHESTERVILLE - FARMINGTON - INDUSTRY - NEW SHARON - NEW VINEYARD - STARKS TEMPLE - VIENNA - WELD - WILTON Special Services Coordinator Special Education Department Are you an experienced Special Education professional looking to step into leadership & continue to work with like minded educators and students? RSU 9 is seeking a collaborative, systems-minded leader to support our upper elementary and secondary buildings. This role is more than just paperwork—you will act as a coach, facilitator, and a supportive liaison district wide. The right person will be looking to grow professionaling & a model of best practice for fellow Special Educators. Key Responsibilities IEP Leadership: Chair and facilitate IEP team meetings with administrative authority, ensuring procedural compliance and high-quality Written Notices. Case Management: Oversee out-of-district/unit placements and specialized programs. Staff Coaching: Provide instructional, technical assistance, and professional development to special education teaching staff. Seamless Transitions: Coordinate cross-building and post-secondary transition pipelines (Grades 2, 5, 8, 12, and Age 22 adult services). Strategic Collaboration: Facilitate Child Find procedures with school psychologists, consult on Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) best practices, and represent Special Education at building-level BARR meetings. Supervision: Supervise and evaluate educational technicians within Day Treatment and Adaptive Skills programming. Qualifications Valid State of Maine Special Education Certification (030, 035, or 282). Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s in Special Education preferred). Minimum of 3 years of successful special education teaching experience. Strong communication skills and a deep working knowledge of IDEA regulations. Terms: 200-Day Contract | At-Will Reports to: Special Services Director / Assistant Director Starting Salary Range: $67,500 - $84,000 District Benefits Eligibility for health insurance coverage or cash in lieu Free single dental coverage Eligible for course reimbursement Paid holidays & sick time. 403(b) options MainePERS benefits FLSA Status: Exempt Note: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future. #J-18808-Ljbffr ServingSchools