Androscoggin County CDS
1567 Lisbon Street
Lewiston, ME 04240
hday@cdsandro.org

Case Manager, Part C: Birth through Age 2
+ A B-2 Case Manager acts as a CDS site point-of-contact; communicates program information to parents; assists and enables children birth through two to access services authorized under Maine’s early intervention system. They work as a part of a team to meet the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA) for Part C and Maine Unified Special Education Regulations, Chapter 101. Experience working with infants and families required. Position is year round.

Two Openings
Speech and Language Pathologist, (Academic Year Position)
Speech and Language Pathologist, (Calendar Year Position)
Full time Speech Language Pathologist to be a part of a team of dedicated people working with our youngest citizens (children birth to five) with special needs.  The candidate should be able to do evaluations to determine eligibility for services; develop programs to improve a child’s skills; provide direct service; and consult with parents, classroom teachers and other providers as part of a team. We would consider someone not yet fully licensed with the right training and background.

Case Manager, Part B: Age 3-5 - (Calendar Year Position)
A Case Manager assists parents and their children aged three through five to access the procedural safeguard and services that are authorized under Maine’s special education system. They work as a part of a team to meet the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA) for Part B and Maine Unified Special Education Regulations, Chapter 101. Experience in early childhood or early childhood special education required. A 282 (B-5) teaching certification is preferred.

Competitive salary and benefit package includes health and dental, 403(b), Life Insurance, LTD and STD, and Wellness. Positions open until suitable candidates found. Submit resume, 3 letters of reference, and a letter of interest to:

Holly Day, Site Director
Androscoggin County CDS
1567 Lisbon Street
Lewiston, ME  04240
hday@cdsandro.org

Aroostook County CDS
560 Main Street
Presque Isle, ME 04769
holly.preston@cdsaroostook.org

Office Staff
Part time/temporary position to support office staff at busy times and to cover during vacations, etc.  This in a non-benefited position for less than 20 hours a week and not to exceed 1000 hours.  The position would pay at the rate of $9.00 an hour.  Training will be provided on the job. Submit a resume with three references to holly.preston@cdsaroostook.org or drop them by our office at 560 Main Street in Presque Isle, ME 04769 on or before November 2, 2009.

Educational Technicians
The person in this position is responsible for the supervision of children assigned to him/her.  Additionally this person will review and implement learning previously introduced by the Classroom Teacher or Teacher of Disabilities B-5. Must have a working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems and special education methods and have the ability to interact with a wide variety of people and provide individual and group services in a variety of settings and models. Must obtain and maintain authorization as an Educational Technician in accordance with Chapter 115 of the Maine Department of Education.

Case Manager (3-5)
Full time position. We are looking for a case manager to be a part of a team of dedicated people working with our pre-school aged children (three to five) with special needs.  The candidate should have a 282 certification endorsement; be organized, able to work with a variety of people; and able to meet strict federal guidelines.

Experience doing assessments, developing IEPs, facilitating meetings, keeping detailed documentation and contact logs and an understanding of Maine Unified Special Education Regulations is preferred.  We would consider someone not yet fully licensed with the right training and background.

Speech Language Therapist
Full time position to work with children birth to five years old. Previous experience providing treatment for early childhood population. Must have appropriate State of Maine licensure. This position calls for ability to collaborate with other team members in treatment and planning and have good rapport with children. Excellent documentation and communication skills required.

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Submit three letters of references, resume and copy of degree, credential/license to Holly Preston, Site Director:

Submit resume, 3 letters of reference, and a letter of interest by April 22, 2009 to Holly Preston, Site Director:

Occupational Therapist
Child Development Service of Aroostook County has an opening for an Occupational Therapist to serve as part of a team of colleagues to evaluate and provide treatment services to children birth to five years old.  Children under three are seen in their natural environments, while school aged children (three to five) are seen in an educational setting. A state of Maine Occupational Therapist license and certificate of clinical competence are required as well as successful background, criminal records, fingerprinting and reference checks. The position will be opened until the right candidate is found to serve on our team.

Physical Therapist
Child Development Service of Aroostook County has an opening for a Physical  Therapist to serve as part of a team of colleagues to evaluate and provide treatment services to children birth to five years old.  Children under three are seen in their natural environments, while school aged children (three to five) are seen in an educational setting.  As part of a child’s IFSP/IEP team, you would also consult with others so that the child is being given similar expectations across settings.

A state of Maine Physical Therapist license and certificate of clinical competence are required as well as successful background, criminal records, fingerprinting and reference checks. 

The position will be opened until the right candidate is found to serve on our team.

Send letter of interest, resume, three written references, and a copy of your license/certification to Holly Preston, Site Director:.

Holly Preston, Site Director
Aroostook County CDS
560 Main Street
Presque Isle, Maine 04769
holly.preston@cdsaroostook.org

Cumberland County CDS
50 Depot Road
Falmouth, ME 04105
loriw@cds-cumberland.org

Occupational Therapist
Maine licensed Occupational Therapist who has experience in the pediatric field wanted to fill full time position in the Rockland area. Our CDS site in Cumberland County delivers early childhood professional team services in the child's Natural Environment or the Least Resricted Environment. As an occupational therapist, you would work with experienced team members who exhibit quality performance.

Speech Language Therapist
Full time position to work with children birth to five years old. Previous experience providing treatment for early childhood population. Must have appropriate State of Maine licensure. This position calls for ability to collaborate with other team members in treatment and planning and have good rapport with children. Excellent documentation and communication skills required.

Physical Therapist
Full time position to evaluate and provide treatment for children birth to five years old. Must have State of Maine Physical Therapy license with background in early intervention work. This position calls for a team collaborative approach while working with children and their families.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including paid health and dental, 403(b), wellness, life insurance, short term and long term disability.  Applications open until qualified candidates chosen. Please send cover letter and resume to:

Lori Whittemore, Site Director
Cumberland County CDS
50 Depot Road
Falmouth, ME 04105
loriw@cds-cumberland.org

Franklin County CDS
144 High Street, Suite 2
Farmington, ME 04938
grega@cdsfranklincounty.org

Custodian
15 hours a week position. Performs custodial maintenance duties including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning and restocking restrooms, emptying wastebaskets, and general cleaning of offices, classrooms, and bathrooms.

Educational Technician I
Full time position (5 days per week). The person in this position is responsible for the supervision of children assigned to him/her.  Additionally this person will review and implement learning previously introduced by the Classroom Teacher or Teacher of Disabilities B-5. Must have a working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems and special education methods and have the ability to interact with a wide variety of people and provide individual and group services in a variety of settings and models. Must obtain and maintain authorization as an Educational Technician in accordance with Chapter 115 of the Maine Department of Education.

Speech /Language Therapist
Full time position to provide speech-language evaluation and treatment services for children birth to five years old and their families. Previous experience with this population desired along with a working knowledge of child development, disabilities, and family systems. Master’s Degree, Department of Education background check, and State of Maine licensure in speech-language pathology required. Ability to collaborate with other professionals on a treatment team, excellent rapport with young children and family members, and excellent documentation and communication skills are also required. This position will also be utilized at CDS Opportunities (Norway) two days per week.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including paid health and dental, 403(b), wellness, life insurance and long term disability.  Applications open until qualified candidates chosen.  Send cover letter, resume, credentials, fingerprinting/criminal reference check, and three recent written references to: 

Gregory Armandi, Site Director
Franklin County CDS
144 High Street, Suite 2
Farmington, ME 04938
grega@cdsfranklincounty.org

Hancock County CDS
190 Bangor Road, Suite A
Ellsworth, ME 04605
cdsmeteer@myfairpoint.net

Case Manager (3-5, Level II)
Hancock County CDS seeks a full-time Case Manager for children with disabilities ages 3-5.  Assists families through the Childfind process, facilitates team meetings, and writes service plans.  The position requires travel throughout the county and coordination with providers, school districts, and community agencies.  Applicants should be efficient, high-energy, and comfortable with technology.   Requirements include experience in early childhood education,  certification of Teacher of Young Children with Disabilities (282 B-5).

Speech/Language Therapist
Full- or part-time position to evaluate and treat children B-5 years old, in homes and programs.  Experience with B-5 age group and Maine licensure required.  Will work with other professionals on assessment and treatment teams, and must have skills with children and families.  Must also have good communication skills, orally and in writing.  Competitive pay and benefits and excellent work environment.

Send letter and resume to:

Dewey Meteer, Site Director
Hancock County CDS
190 Bangor Road, Suite A
Ellsworth, ME 04605
cdsmeteer@myfairpoint.net

Knox County CDS
116 Tillson Avenue
Rockland, ME 04841
jude555@myfairpoint.net

Speech Language Pathogist
Need experienced therapist to work with children (birth to 5 years old) with disabilities.  CCC-SLP to evaluate and provide therapy in Knox County.  Some travel to children’s home or educational setting required.  Position to work full or part-time Monday thru Friday. 

Educational Technicians (2 positions)
Position #1: Rockland pre-school classroom, 22 hours per week, Tuesday thru Friday.  Will be responsible for assisting lead teacher in preparing classroom materials; facilitate both new learning and reinforcing learning previously introduced; model positive language and behavior skills for children and families.  Requirements: two years post secondary education and pre-school experience required, working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems and special education methods.

Position #2
Rockland pre-school classroom, 12 hours per week, Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday mornings.  A team teaching model is in place with consultation from speech and motor therapies.  Please see above for requirements.

Teacher of Children with Disabilities
Highly skilled in classroom management. Excellent communication and writing skills. Bachelors degress in Early Childhood Education with 282 certification or working towards certification. Full time academic year position with benefits.

Physical Therapist
Full time position to evaluate and provide treatment for children birth to five years old. Must have State of Maine Physical Therapy license with background in early intervention work. This position calls for a team collaborative approach while working with children and their families.

Competitive salary and benefit package includes health and dental, 403(b), Life Insurance, LTD and STD, and Wellness. Please send cover letter and resume to:

Jude Thomas, Site Director
Knox County CDS
116 Tillson Ave
Rockland ME 04841
jude555@myfairpoint.net

Lincoln County CDS
P.O. Box 1114
Damariscotta, ME 04543
donahue@midcoast.com

Educational Technician II or III
Part time, academic year position for an Ed Tech II or III with good American Sign Language abilities to assist in delivering specially designed instruction to one or more young children with disabilities in a classroom setting.  Experience with hearing-impaired 3 to 5 year olds is very desirable.  Must collaborate successfully with other professionals, parents and family members, and maintain confidentiality .

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including paid health and dental, 403(b), wellness, life insurance and long term disability.  Applications open until qualified candidates chosen.  Send cover letter, resume, credentials, fingerprinting/criminal reference check, and three recent written references to: 

Gail Donahue, Site Director
Lincoln County CDS
P.O. Box 1114
Damariscotta, ME 04543
donahue@midcoast.com

Opportunities County CDS (Oxford County)
P.O. Box 272, Paris Street
Norway, ME 04268
davidlane@megalink.net

Service Coordinator
This full time position serves as a single point of contact to help families obtain the screening, evaluation, and/or assessment needed to determine a child's eligibility under State and Federal Regulations. This person assists and enables an eligible child and the child's family to receive the rights, precedural safeguards, and services that are provided under the State's early intervention program. Excellent communication and computer skills are a must. Working as a team player is essential. Understanding early childhood and state and federal regulations is necessary. Travel within the catchment is required. Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood/Special Education or related field; B-5 282 Certification.

Occupational Therapist
This full time position is intended to function as an in-house occupational therapist for CDS Opportunities and will be responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing and administering of occupational therapy modalities of treatment. Excellent communication, teamwork and computer skills required. Knowledge of, and experience with, preschool children with special needs. Some travel within the catchment area may be required. Licensed in the State of Maine; Masters Degree.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including paid health and dental, 403(b), wellness, life insurance and long term disability.  Applications open until qualified candidates chosen.  Send cover letter, resume, credentials, fingerprinting/criminal reference check, and three recent written references to: 

David Lane , Site Director
Opportunities Oxford County CDS
P.O. Box 272, Paris Street
Norway, ME 04268
davidlane@megalink.net

Two Rivers CDS
Penobscot County
In Town Plaza, 376 Harlow Street
Bangor, ME 04401

Piscataquis County
P.O. Box 326
Dover-Foxcroft, ME 04426

cbrown@cdsofcentralme.org

Occupational Therapist and/or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Maine licensed Occupational Therapist and/ or COTA who has experience in the pediatric field wanted to fill full time positions in the greater Bangor or Dover area. Our CDS site delivers early childhood professional team intervention in the child's Natural Environment or the Least Restrictive Environment. As an occupational therapist/COTA, you would work with experienced team members who exhibit quality performance.

Physical Therapist
Maine licensed Physical Therapist with background in pediatrics wanted to fill full time positions in the greater Bangor or Dover area to evaluate and provide intervention for children birth to five years old. Our CDS site delivers early childhood professional team services in the child's Natural Environment or the Least Restrictive Environment. As a physical therapist you would work with experienced team members who exhibit quality performance.

Competitive salary and benefit package includes health and dental, 403(b), Life Insurance, LTD and STD, and Wellness. Position open until suitable candidate found.  Please call 564-3115 to request an application which should be submitted along with a current resume and 3 letters of reference.

Cindy Brown , Site Director
Two Rivers CDS

Penobscot County
In Town Plaza, 376 Harlow Street
Bangor, ME 04401

Piscataquis County
P.O. Box 326
Dover-Foxcroft, ME 04426
cbrown@cdsofcentralme.org

Project/PEDS County CDS
163 Silver Street
Waterville, ME 04901
lkeach@cdsofcentralme.org

Educational Technician I or II (3 positions)
(Academic School Year) The person in this position is responsible for the supervision of children assigned to him/her. Additionally this person will review and implement learning previously introduced by the Classroom Teacher or Teacher of Disabilities B-5. Obtain and maintain authorization as an Ed Tech I in accordance with chapter 115 of the Maine Department of Education.
Must hold a high school diploma or GED and have a positive background, criminal records, fingerprinting and reference check.

Teacher of Children with Disabilities - Birth to 5 (3 positions)
(Part time, less than 20 hrs. week) The Teacher of Disabilities B-5 is a member of the IFSP/IEP team and provides services to children, birth to age 2 and ensures that services meet the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Educational Improvement Act (IDEA) of 2004 and Maine’s Unified Special Education Regulations Chapter 101. 282 (Teacher of Children with Disabilities) required. Working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems and special education methods. Primary Service Provider working with children and families in the child's natural environment who have been identified as eligible for Early Intervention services under Maine's Unified Special Education Regulation Birth to Age Twenty (Chapter 101). Communicates IDEA Early Intervention information to families. Acts as the Child Development Services site contact. Communicates program information to families. Assists children and families to access services identified in the Individualized Family Service Plan.

For more information contact:

Liz Keach, Site Director
Penobscot County CDS
In Town Plaza, 376 Harlow Street
Bangor, ME 04401
lkeach@cdsofcentralme.org

Search County CDS
35A Gurnet Road
Brunswick, ME 04011
idgoscinski@gwi.net

Physical Therapist
Part-time 20 hour a week position.  The therapist, a member of the IFSP/IEP team, evaluates, and provides services to eligible children birth through age 5.  Working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems, and special education services is required.  Services are delivered in the children’s home, preschool and other community settings. Contractors are encouraged to apply.

Competive salary and benefit package includes health and dental, 403(b), life insurance, LTD, medical and dependent care flex spending account, and Wellness. Position open until suitable candidate has been found.

Southern Kennebec County CDS
263 Water Street
Augusta, ME 04330
cdssk@gwi.net

Teacher of Children with Disabilities (0-2)
The Teacher of Disabilities 0-2 is a member of the IFSP/IEP team and provides services to children, birth to age 3 and ensures that services meet the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Educational Improvement Act (IDEA) of 2004 and Maine's Unified Special Education Regulations Chapter 101. 282 (Teacher of Children with Disabilities) required.

Educational Technicians II & III
The person in this position is responsible for the supervision of children assigned to him/her.  Additionally this person will review and implement learning previously introduced by the Classroom Teacher or Teacher of Disabilities B-5. Obtain and maintain authorization as an Ed Tech III in accordance with chapter 115 of the Maine Department of Education. Four year college degree.

Speech Language Pathologist
The therapist works as a part of a team of colleagues to evaluate and provide treatment services to children.  The therapist, a member of the IFSP/IEP team, evaluates, and provides services to eligible children birth through 5 and ensures that services meet the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Educational Improvement Act (IDEA) of 2004 as set forth in the Maine Department of Education Regulations Chapter 101. Individuals with Maine Department of Education Certification 293 may have written authorization to commit agency funds.

Debbie Dunn, Site Director
Southern Kennebec County CDS
263 Water Street
Augusta, ME 04330
cdssk@gwi.net

State Office CDS
146 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
dan.alley@maine.gov

Office Assistant
The Central Office in Augusta is searching for a full-time office assistant to work with the State Director, Data Specialist, and  Human Resources Specialist.  Duties will be secretarial and clerical in nature and will include collecting, inputting, maintaining and reporting data, composing written documents such as letters, reports, and job descriptions, working with our sixteen sites, maintaining the CDS website, performing a variety of special projects and more.  Applicants should have an intermediate working knowledge of Access, Excel and Word and a basic knowledge of computer operating system terminology and features, computer troubleshooting skills, website design experience and familiarity with web search techniques.  In addition, applicants must have good communications skills, verbal and written, technical writing ability and excellent organizational skills.  This position will be filled when  a suitable candidate has been selected.

Dan Alley, Human Resource Specialist
State Office CDS
146 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
dan.alley@maine.gov

Waldo County CDS
139 Northport Avenue
Belfast, ME 04915
cdsdmeteer@myfairpoint.net

Teacher of Children with Disabilities
Full-time position to assess and treat children B-5 years old in homes, programs, and clinic.  Must have or be able to qualify for DOE Teacher endorsement 282 (B-5).  Works with other professionals on assessment and treatment teams.  Experience with children B-5 and families required.  Must have good communication skills, orally and in writing. 

Speech Language Pathologist
Part - or full-time position to evaluate and treat children ages B-2, in homes and in child care programs.  Some work with children 3-5 could occur.  Experience with B-5 age group and Maine licensure required.   Would work with other professionals on a Primary Service Provider (coaching) team.  Must have skills with children and families. 

Case Manager B-2
Full-time Case Manager for children with disabilities ages B-2.  Assists families through the Childfind process, facilitates team meetings, and writes service plans.  Will travel throughout the county and coordinate with providers and community agencies.  Applicants should be efficient, high-energy, and comfortable with technology.   Requirements include at least a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or EC Special Education, and experience working in early childhood education and with children with disabilities and their families.

Competitive pay and benefits and excellent work environment.  See job description at: http://www.maine.gov/education/speced/cds/jobs/descriptions.html. Send letter and resume to:

Dewey Meteer, Director
Waldo County Child Development Services
139 Northport Avenue
Belfast, ME 04915
cdsdmeteer@myfairpoint.net

Washington County CDS
P.O. Box 718, 9 Cooper Street
Machias, ME 04654
gailmc7@myfairpoint.net

(no positions available at this time)

York County CDS
39 Limerick Road, Unit #2
Arundel, ME 04046
s.motta@cdsyc.org

Educational Technician I, II, or III
This person will work 1:1 with a child with autism at the CDS York location.  The hours are 11:30 to 3:00, Monday through Friday, for a total of 19.5 hours per week.  This is a temporary, part-time position with no benefits attached.

Occupational Therapists

Physical Therapists

Speech/Language Pathologists

Teacher of Children with Disabilities
Full time or part time positions available. Job responsibilities include: Evaluate children ages 0-5 for disabilities, write plans and deliver services as prescribed by special education regulations.

Qualifications: Licensed in the state of Maine, requires 282 Certification and experience with young children.

Travel requirements: Throughout the county

Job closing:  When positions are filled.

Case Manager - B-2
A B-2 Case Manager acts as a CDS site point-of-contact;  communicates program information to parents; assists and enables children birth through two to access services authorized under Maine’s early intervention system.  They work as a part of a team to meet the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA) for Part C and Maine Unified special Education regulations, Chapter 101.  This individual does have written authorization to commit the agency’s funds for Part C.

Case Manager - 3-5 - Level 2
A 3-5 Case Manager Level 2 assists parents and their children aged three through five to access the procedural safeguard and services that are authorized under Maine’s special education system.  They work as a part of a team to meet the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA) for Part B and Maine Unified Special Education Regulations, Chapter 101.  Requires 282 Certification. This individual has written authorization to commit the agency’s funds.

Competitive salary and benefits.  Applications open until qualified candidates chosen.  Send cover letter, resume, credentials, fingerprinting/criminal reference check, and three recent written references to:

Sue Motta , Site Director
York County CDS
39 Limerick Road, Unit #2
Arundel, ME 04046
s.motta@cdsyc.org