34 school support jobs found in Portland

Job Description TITLE: Temporary Food Services Technician and Driver Central Kitchen POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a reliable Food Services Technician and Driver to temporarily support The Food Service Department. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate medium weight truck in picking up and delivering food and supplies from school to school Load and unload trucks and perform receiving duties for deliveries (delivery trucks such as PFG, Central Paper Products, Tractor Trailer deliveries, etc...) Perform maintenance work, services vehicles with gas and water Perform preventative maintenance on trucks and specialized kitchen equipment; this will include the ability to locate, diagnose, and repair malfunctions and to test repaired equipment Oversee the cleaning of the Central Kitchen production areas in the building and groundskeeping of the building including shoveling and snow blowing Assure that appropriate health laws are followed in...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Resource Room - King Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the Principal, Educational Technician implements academic and positive behavioral support plans, to help ensure a high quality education program and success for every student. Ed Tech also collects and maintains appropriate records and follows required record-keeping procedures and practices. Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills as well as conflict management and resolution skills. Ed Tech recognizes and embraces the essential role they play in the experience of students within Portland Public Schools. Finally, is an integral member of King Middle School that serves as a support to students' holistic well-being. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Support and provide direct instruction to students individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings to ensure achievement of academic goals Implement lesson plans and follow schedules...

Job Description TITLE: Administrative Assistant I (School Year) - King Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: This position is the welcoming face of King Middle School. Duties include supporting building Administrators and the Co-curricular & Athletics Director in a bustling front office, as well as greeting families, assisting students, answering phones, organizing and maintaining files, maintaining the school's website, assisting with communication about transportation as needed, maintaining databases, and producing documents. The successful candidate will also support the Guidance Office with enrollments, transfers, exiting students, and maintenance of accurate student records. Familiarity and ease with technology is a must. Platforms include Google Classroom, Infinite Campus, and other internet-based sites used by the district, school, and Co-Curricular & athletics programs. This position serves as part of a team of front office staff, working collaboratively and with...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III - Deering High POSITION OVERVIEW: Deering High School is seeking Special Education Ed Tech III's to support special education classes and students at Deering High School. The selected candidates would collaborate closely with a Special Education Teacher while working 1-on-1 and in small groups with students. The position also includes mainstream "push-in" in core content classes, art, health, and physical education. The selected candidates will also be part of a solid group of Ed Techs in the building. ** There are openings in our Resource, Breathe, Functional Life Skills, and Functional Academics classrooms. ** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to manage data management systems, analyze, and synthesize data Ability to support teaching and learning Ability to manage and oversee school-wide testing procedures Ability to interact with staff, students, parents, and others in an open, friendly,...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher, Beach Program (Self-Contained ASD) Ocean Ave Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified special educator for a specialized program based at Ocean Ave Elementary School. This specialized district offeringcalled the Beach Programserves students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or other neuro-developmental and communication disorders in grades K12. The program is designed to support these students in learning to function as independently as possible by strengthening and building academic and adaptive skills, functional communication, and positive behaviors. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide systematic, evidence-based programming to address characteristics of ASD that are interfering with the success of students in the program, in collaboration with other professionals such as the SLP, OT, PT and BCBA Provide evidence-based instruction, grounded in the district...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III - King Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a committed and collaborative Educational Technician III to support Special Education students at [School]. Under the direction of the School Principal and in close collaboration with school Special Education staff, the Ed Tech implements academic and positive behavioral support plans, helping to ensure a high-quality education program and success for every student. The Ed Tech supports student engagement in academics individually and in small groups, promoting instructional goals and motivating learning. The Ed Tech also assists with classroom management, data tracking, Mainecare billing documentation, and non-instructional duties such as supervising lunch, recess, and non-academic time. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Support and provide direct instruction to students individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings to ensure achievement of...

Job Description Dining Services Manager Full-time/ Full year The Dining Services Manager oversees all food service operations at our small Catholic high school. This role ensures the delivery of nutritious, high-quality, and cost-effective meals to students, faculty, and staff. The ideal candidate will foster a welcoming, hospitality-focused environment that aligns with the school's faith-based mission, community values, and Catholic identity. Located in Portland, Maine, Cheverus High School is a Private Catholic College Preparatory School sponsored by the Society of Jesus. We seek to hire and retain faculty and staff members who are passionate and proficient in their fields, who understand and embrace our school's mission, and who are committed to leading students in co-curricular activities. Successful candidates will demonstrate a capacity for professional collaboration and continued growth in their respective areas. We seek employees who desire to help us promote and...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) - Rowe Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Technician III to support students in the Breathe Program at Rowe Elementary. The Breathe Program is a specialized, district-wide behavioral and social-emotional program designed for students with significant behavioral needs. It offers a self-contained, flexible learning environment with dedicated staff aimed at supporting students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs) while striving to increase access to general education settings over time. With the supervision of the Director of Specialized Programs and school principal, the Ed Tech assists the Special Education Teacher by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning, positive behavioral interventions and safety. Responsibilities involve managing students with behavioral disabilities in alignment with...

Job Description TITLE: School Psychologist - District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified, collaborative School Psychologist to join our Student Support team. This is a full-time position, reporting to the Director of Student Support. Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent professional judgment, and clear, effective communication skills, in order to work successfully with parents and teams of school-based and interdisciplinary professionals. Expertise in administering and interpreting a variety of psychological assessments for school-aged students is required, as is certification through the Maine Department of Education as a school psychologist. Experience and interest in working with diverse populations and English Learners is highly preferred. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and complete written psychological reports in accordance with PPS Regulations and ethical...

Job Description TITLE: Board Certified Behavior Analyst District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a highly qualified, collaborative Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our team. This is a full-time position, reporting to the Director of Specialized Programs. Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent professional judgment and strong communication skills in order to work effectively with parents and teams of both school-based and interdisciplinary professionals. The BCBA will provide behavior analytic services in support of students requiring this service, as well as professional development and oversight of staff who provide behavioral programming. Experience and interest in working with diverse populations and English Learners is highly preferred. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with district programs for students with low-incidence disabilities or students with social/emotional/behavioral disabilities to fully integrate...

Job Description TITLE: Elementary Special Education Teacher, K-2 Resource Room - Rowe Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Special Educator for our K-2 Resource Room at Amanda C. Rowe Elementary School. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for overseeing the delivery of services in students' Individual Education Plans and providing specialized instruction to ensure that each student progresses in meeting IEP goals. Applicant should have a strong working knowledge and experience in PBIS or similar frameworks that support students' social/emotional growth. The ability to relate positively to students, parents, and staff is essential to this position. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide evidence-based Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) to students with Individual Education Plans (IEP) to ensure that each student progresses in meeting the district's learning benchmarks Serve as case manager and oversee each...

Job Description TITLE: Speech-Language Pathologist - Multiple Openings District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking licensed Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to provide speech and language services for K-12 students at schools within the Portland Public School District. The SLP will join a passionate, multidisciplinary team of teachers, ed-techs, social workers, occupational therapists and physical therapists. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assesses all areas of speech and language development, using a variety of tools and data collection methods Completes required evaluation reports and IEPs for all students on their assigned caseload Cites data for all discussions of student progress, such as in present levels, IEP goals, or evaluation reports Delivers direct instruction to all students on their assigned caseload, grouping students to the extent appropriate; provides consultation as required by student IEPs Provides case management for...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher, Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support (Breathe Program) Longfellow Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Special Educator for our Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support Program (a.k.e. "Breathe") at Longfellow Elementary School from August 24 to November 1, 2026. The LTS Special Education Teacher will work with students in both the mainstream and Special Education setting, and collaborate with the Program Social Worker to determine optimal programming for students. The LTS Special Education Teacher is responsible for overseeing the delivery of services in students' Individual Education Plans and providing specialized instruction to ensure that each student progresses in meeting IEP goals. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide evidence-based specially designed instruction to students with Individual Education Plans (IEP) to ensure that each student progresses in...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Resource Room Multiple Openings at Reiche Community School (available ASAP and/or for 26-27 SY) POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks kind and compassionate Special Education Ed Tech III's to support students at Reiche Community School in both the Resource Room and the Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support). Under the direction of the Lead Teachers, the Special Education Ed Tech III implements academic and positive behavioral support plans to facilitate the delivery of a high-quality education program and ensure success for every student. The Ed Tech collects and maintains appropriate records and follows required record-keeping procedures and practices. The Ed Tech demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills as well as conflict management and resolution skills. The Ed Tech recognizes and embraces the essential role they play in the experience of students within Portland Public...

Job Description POSITION OVERVIEW: Cafeteria Worker I (Part Time, School Year) - Presumpscot Elementary School Portland Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Worker I for a part-time (0.5 FTE) position at Presumpscot Elementary School. The position is 0.5 FTE and will require 20 hours of work per week (4 hours per day), with a tentative daily schedule of 9:30 am to 1:30 pm. Due to fluctuating student lunch schedules and variable needs within the Food Service Department, we are looking for a candidate who can be flexible with regard to schedule and location. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Sufficiently good physical condition with the ability to work long hours will standing Capable of doing paperwork and computerized point of sale Familiar with proper food safety procedures and food preparation, including maintaining personal hygiene, washing and slicing fruit and vegetables, proper food temperatures, avoiding cross-contamination, packaging food to maintain food...

Job Description TITLE: Pre-K Teacher (Co-Taught) - Pre-K Class at Reiche Community School and Rowe Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking passionate, caring, and competent educators for two Co-Taught Pre-K classrooms Rowe Elementary and Reiche Community School. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of evidence-based early childhood pedagogy and curriculum, as well as the Maine Early Learning Development Standards. We seek candidates who have a passion for working with young children and bring an equity-oriented approach to their instruction. The successful teacher will establish appropriate developmental expectations, recognizing that varied support to meet expectations and standards must be provided within a cohesive, nurturing, and joyful early learning environment. The ideal teacher will be committed to Portland Public Schools' equity focus, and have experience working with diverse populations. We seek a collaborative teammate who...

Job Description TITLE: Pre-K Educational Technician III - Community Partner Site (YFO) POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Technician III for the Pre-K program at our Community Partner Site, Youth and Family Outreach (YFO). A successful candidate will demonstrate experience with and knowledge of early childhood curriculum, developmentally appropriate practice, and classroom management. They will support the classroom teacher in building student school readiness by helping to create a positive, developmentally appropriate learning environment. Working knowledge of the Maine Early Learning Development Standards, Pre-K for ME curricula, and Teaching Strategies Gold is preferred. A successful candidate will have a passion for working with young children, bring an equity-oriented approach to their instruction, and will hold all students to high expectations, recognizing that some may need more support to meet those expectations. The...

Job Description Baxter Academy invites applications for a full-time Mandarin Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Baxter Academy for Technology and Science is a tuition-free Maine public college and career preparatory charter school with a curricular focus on invention, innovation, and STEM. Our students identify and address real-world problems that matter not only within our school community but also for the future of Maine. We seek to hire and retain diverse faculty and staff who understand and embrace our mission and vision and who are passionate and skilled in their fields. Successful candidates demonstrate enthusiasm for professional collaboration, instructional innovation, community partnerships, and leadership. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach the full range of Mandarin courses from introductory classes through Advanced Placement (AP), and to support student with varying levels of language proficiency. Baxter educators hold high expectations...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher / Case Manager, Resource Room - Lincoln Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking a dynamic, friendly, student-centered Special Education Teacher / Case Manager to join our teaching faculty at Lincoln Middle School. The successful candidate will be adept at providing an atmosphere and an environment conducive to the academic, social, and emotional development of individuals, ensuring equitable access to learning opportunities for all students. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and adjusting curricular and instructional materials to monitor student progress and meet the needs of a range of learners. Communicating and interacting with students, parents, colleagues and community members are essential in this role. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide evidence-based Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) in all academic and functional skill areas to students with Individual...

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