[Hiring] Special Education Teacher @TheraPeds

Role Description

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a part-time, school-based virtual opportunity in Maine during the 2026–2027 school year. This virtual position offers the opportunity to support students across Kindergarten through 12th grade while working as part of a collaborative team committed to student growth and success.

• Full-time school-based opportunity with an 18-25 hour weekly schedule
• 2026–2027 school year (September 2026 through May 2027)
• Virtual assignment serving students in Kindergarten through 12th grade
• Provide direct and indirect student services within a Life Skills classroom
• Provide case management and support individualized student programming
• Supervise and collaborate with on-site paraprofessionals and educational technicians
• Provide ongoing planning, guidance, and collaboration with classroom support staff
• Lead paraprofessional trainings to support effective implementation of student programs and strategies
• Participate in planning, meetings, documentation, and other responsibilities related to student services
• 1099 independent contractor position
• 3+ years of experience as a virtual SPED teacher and case manager required
• $44–$55+ per hour, based on experience, with estimated weekly earnings of approximately $968–$1,210+

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or higher) in Special Education
• Valid Maine Special Education teaching certificate with Endorsement 282: Teacher of Children with Disabilities (Preschool–Grade 12), or eligibility for Maine certification
• 3+ years of experience as a virtual Special Education Teacher and Case Manager — required
• Experience providing direct and indirect services to students in a Life Skills or similar specialized classroom setting
• Demonstrated experience with Special Education case management, IEPs, documentation, and educational planning
• Experience supervising, guiding, and collaborating with paraprofessionals and/or Educational Technicians
• Experience providing training and professional guidance to classroom support staff
• Strong understanding of individualized instruction and strategies for students with diverse learning needs
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Proficient in technology and comfortable providing virtual instruction and collaboration
• Ability to collaborate effectively with district staff, paraprofessionals, Educational Technicians, families, and other members of the educational team
• Fingerprint/background clearance required

Requirements

• Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
• Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
• Guaranteed Hours
• Bi-Monthly Salary Deposits
• This position will be a 1099 contractor