Pre-Kindergarten Coordinator and Special Education Teacher

Camden Rockport Elementary School
Pre-Kindergarten Coordinator and Special Education Teacher
Full-time with Benefits
Fall 2026 Opening

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 315 students in grades PreK-4 from the towns of Camden and Rockport. CRES uses a responsive classroom structure, has a robust system of supports for students, and features the first nature-based public PreK in the state of Maine.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dynamic, highly organized professional to serve in a dual role as a half-time PreK Special Education Teacher and half-time PreK Coordinator as we move to Universal PreK. In the teaching role, the successful candidate will deliver developmentally appropriate instruction to young children with disabilities, incorporating a nature-based approach that views the outdoor environment as an essential classroom and supports early literacy, numeracy, communication, and social-emotional development. In the coordinator role, this individual will provide oversight and administration of our developing PreK program, including ensuring compliance with Chapter 124 and MUSER requirements while fostering strong collaboration among families, special and regular educators, service providers, and administrators. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, flexibility, and the ability to build positive, collaborative relationships within a growing early childhood program.

Key Responsibilities

PreK Special Education Teacher:

• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with IEP goals
• Deliver evidence-based early childhood special education services using a nature-based approach
• Support growth in pre-literacy, numeracy, communication, and social-emotional skills
• Monitor student progress and maintain compliant documentation
• Collaborate with families, related service providers, and school staff
   

PreK Program Coordinator:

• Oversee daily operations of the PreK program
• Coordinate and communicate as needed with the Building Administrator
• Serve as liaison between families, staff, and administration
• Facilitate IEP meetings and ensure regulatory compliance
• Oversee Child Find process
• Coordinate screenings, transitions, and related services
• Other duties as assigned by the Director and/or Building Administrator.

Requirements

• Background check, including fingerprinting
• Maine Department of Education Teacher Certification with Teacher of Children With Disabilities 282 (Birth to age 5) endorsement required
• Program management experience

Pay and Benefits

• Pay starts at $52,686 per year with possibility of increase based on experience, within the parameters of the applicable contract
• 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.

Application deadline: March 27, 2026

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.