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Job description
MSAD 55
Director of Special Education
Starting as soon as possible
Sacopee Valley Schools are nestled on one campus between the Saco and Ossipee River in the town of Hiram, Maine. Students from the surrounding towns of Baldwin, Cornish, Parsonsfield, and Porter attend Sacopee Valley. Sacopee Valley is conveniently located 30 minutes from North Conway, NH and 45 minutes from Portland. Recreational water activities at numerous local ponds and lakes are only minutes away. Winter fun, like skiing at King Pine or Pleasant Mountain, is an easy drive. There are also lots of opportunities for other recreational activities including hiking, camping, fishing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, or antiquing. Cornish (less than five minutes away) has been called the Crown of York County and was voted one of the Best Places to Live in Maine. Cornish is also home to some highly-rated restaurants. For these reasons and more, people enjoy living in the Sacopee Valley area
Sacopee Valley educates just under 1,000 students in grades Pre-K – 12. With small classes and schools, teachers are able to know and inspire their students
Access to technology is widely available with new MacBook Airs for every student in grades 5-12 and iPads for students in grades K-4. Sacopee Valley is also one of the few districts in the State of Maine that has embraced the TURN Union Reform work that encourages teacher leadership. We see the value in moving forward together to provide the education all students deserve
MSAD 55 is seeking a dynamic Director of Special Education. This position will lead our incredible team of special education teachers and educational technicians in providing programming, accommodations, and modifications to ensure all students receive the education they deserve
Qualities Of An Effective Director Of Special Education
Encourages trust, honesty, respect, and collaboration by example
Uses strong written and verbal skills to communicate and collaborate with students, staff, parents, and community members
Utilizes strong time management and organizational skills to lead the team
Maintains a sense of calm, confidence, and adaptability when dealing with stressful situations
The Ideal Candidate Will
Collaborate with the special education department and leadership team to develop and implement efficient and effective service delivery models that reflect best practices and maximize resources
Support special education staff to develop and implement curriculum, instructional activities, and programs for special education students
Encourage personnel to set rigorous academic and behavior expectations for every student
Create an environment that fosters positive relationships among students, staff, and parents
Oversee budgetary and operational practices, policies, and procedures
Prepare and administer federal and state grant proposals for special education and 504
Identify and implement practices which ensure federal and state compliance
Communicate the belief that all students can learn and accomplish challenging learning goals and encourage the engagement of all in promoting this common interest
Ensure the 504 caseload meets all regulatory and district standards
Possess or be eligible for Maine Administrator of Special Education Certification (030)
Application Deadline: Friday, September 18, 2026 at 3:00 pm
EOE
Exact salary TBD based on education and experience ($100,000+ annually)
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Worksite address
hiram, ME, 04041, US
Who can apply
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