High School Math Teacher (Full Time 1.0 FTE) - Multiple Openings at Deering High, 2025-2026 SY

Job Description

ABOUT DEERING: Deering is a comprehensive public high school serving about 800 students. As the most diverse school in Maine, we are committed to disrupting inequities in our community by creating a joyful place of learning designed to ensure that every student succeeds. As part of Portland Public Schools, Deering promotes district goals as outlined in the Portland Promise, and is guided by our district's Instructional Vision, which prioritizes inclusive classroom environments, active learning, high expectations, culturally responsive teaching, an assets-based approach, collaboration, and assessments for learning.

POSITION OVERVIEW: High School Math Teacher (Full Time, 1.0 FTE) - Multiple Openings

Deering is hiring mulitple full-time Math Teachers to join our team. We are seeking Math Teachers with a demonstrated commitment to equitable teaching practices, a willingness to collaborate closely with others, and the ability to teach to high standards in a heterogeneous classroom. The courseload for this position will vary based on student need but could likely include Algebra 1 and 2. Experience with Illustrative Mathematics and working with Multilingual Learners are preferred assets.

Under direction of the school Principal, the Math Teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key responsibilities include:

• Implementing state learning standards and Deering curricula and assessments to give all students access to rigorous and engaging grade-level work.
  
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to improve student outcomes through analysis of student work, adjustments in instruction, and shared teaching strategies.
  
• Managing behavior in a way that aligns to school-wide expectations and protocols, and is clear, consistent, equitable, and student-centered.
  
• Establishing and maintaining a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of PPS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, PPS policies, and effective instructional practices.
  
• Experience with proficiency-based grading, including developing high-quality assessments aligned to student-friendly rubrics.
  
• Strong understanding of the mechanics of effective pedagogy and experience using differentiation strategies to teach heterogeneous classes.
  
• Demonstrated willingness to collaborate with colleagues, including ELL and Special Ed teachers, to design effective lessons and assessments.
  
• Ability to teach with cultural humility, through questioning deeply held beliefs and viewpoints, and grappling with conflicting perspectives.
  
• Willingness and ability to use technology to teach and communicate with students and families.
  
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community.
  
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in the applicable field of education from an accredited college or university.
  
• Master Degree preferred.
  
• ESOL experience or certification (660 Endorsement) preferred.

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info).
  
• Maine State Teacher Certificate with 300 Endorsement (Math, 7-12) (more info).

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