Director of Special Services

Overview

Regional School Unit No. 10 — Western Foothills of Maine
Buckfield, Hanover, Hartford, Mexico, Roxbury, Rumford and Sumner

Final date to receive applications: February 27, 2026
Start Date: July 1, 2026

Come Lead With Heart.
If you are a leader who thrives in community, values connection, and is inspired by helping students succeed in a rural, close-knit district, RSU 10 may be the perfect place for you.

Lead. Inspire. Belong.
RSU 10 is seeking a dynamic, student-centered and relationship-driven leader to join our vibrant school community as our next District Director of Special Services. Nestled in the beautiful western foothills of Maine, RSU 10 serves seven towns—Buckfield, Hanover, Hartford, Mexico, Roxbury, Rumford, and Sumner—each with a strong sense of identity and deep commitment to their schools.

Here, mountains, rivers, and close-knit communities surround our schools, creating an environment where education truly sits at the heart of the region.

Why RSU 10?

RSU 10 offers a unique opportunity to lead special services in a district that values connection, partnership, and growth. As director of special services, you will join a team of caring administrators, educators and families who believe deeply in the potential of every student. Additionally, the district is just opening a new state of the art PreK-8 facility, Mountain Valley Community School.

MVCS includes spaces designed for ECE instruction as well as ECSE.

• RSU 10 serves 1,649 students at its four schools:
  Buckfield Jr./Sr. High School, Hartford-Sumner Elementary School, Mountain Valley Community School and Mountain Valley High School.
• Total staff: 428.
• District Budget: FY 25-26 Total General Appropriations $42,.
• FY 25-26 Special Education Budget: $9,
• to read RSU 10’s Mission and Vision.

Visit our new school:
Mountain Valley Community School

The Director of Special Services will:

• Provide clear, compassionate leadership across all schools and programs.
• Support a dedicated staff focused on doing what is best for all students every day.
• Partner closely with the other administrators to guide district priorities.
• Strengthen family and community relationships through transparent communication.
• Serve as an advocate for children, educators, and public education across the RSU 10 region.

• Inspiring and visible leaders who value relationships and teamwork.
• Experienced special educators with a track record of successful leadership at the building or district level.
• Student-centered visionaries who believe all children can succeed with the right supports.
• Skilled communicators who build trust, foster collaboration, and engage authentically with staff, families, and community members.
• Thoughtful managers with experience in special education budgeting, and developing human resources.
• Committed to ensuring each student has a continuum of programs and services to allow them to reach their potential.
• Maine Administrator of Special Education certification (or eligibility) is preferred.

To request an application, please contact Peggy Therriault via email:
petherriault or telephone: .

Completed application packets should be sent via email to:
petherriault and should include:

• Cover letter
• Completed application form
• Current resumé
• Statement of leadership philosophy
• Three current letters of reference
• Copy of Maine Administrator of Special Education certificate (030) or evidence of eligibility for certification as an Administrator of Special Education in Maine
• College/University transcripts

EOE