29 lead teacher jobs found

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 TITLE: Special Education Teacher, Resource Room - Reiche Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking a dynamic, friendly, student-centered Special Education Teacher / Case Manager to join our team at Reiche Community 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 Education Plans (IEP) to...

Job Description **Beginning with the 2026-27 School Year** SPECIAL EDUCATION EARLY CHILDHOOD COORDINATOR MSAD #51 is seeking a professional to serve as our Coordinator for special education services for those who are ages 3 and 4. This position will provide leadership and consultation to stakeholders within our schools; lead the assessment and transition processes; ensure legal compliance; design and lead professional development; and foster strong instructional skills in a play-based learning environment. This is a teacher contract with a possibility of additional time during the summer, beginning July 1. Qualifications: Individual must possess a Master's degree; a valid Maine Department of Education teaching certificate with a 282 (Birth-age 5) Teacher: Child with Disabilities endorsement, although a 035 - Assistant Administrator of Special Education or 030 - Administrator of Special Education is preferred; 5 or more years of experience with children in early...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher / Case Manager, Functional Life Skills - Talbot Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is looking for a collaborative Special Education Teacher for the Elementary Functional Life Skills (FLS) program at Talbot Community School. The FLS program serves students with significant intellectual disabilities, and some of the students in the class have significant physical needs as well. The FLS Teacher will provide case management and specially designed instruction to the students in the program, as well as consultation and collaboration with other professionals who serve the students. Successfully leading a team of program staff is required, as is the ability to create positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Previous experience as a special educator, particularly in an FLS or other specialized program, as well as experience with special education case management responsibilities...

Job Description Middle School Music Teacher Full Time Middle School of the Kennebunks, Kennebunk, ME, US Salary Range: $57,392.00 To $109,152.00 Annually Middle School Music Teacher Salary Range: $57,392 - $109,152 annual based on education and experience; KAKEA Salary Schedule 2026-2027 Reports to: School Principal RSU 21 serves 2400 students across three communities with a staff of 600 and has an annual budget of $65 million. As a Music Teacher, you will have an opportunity to serve as a dynamic leader, effective educator, and inspirational and impactful influence within your classroom. You will be expected to deliver measurable results through high-quality and intentional instructional planning, curriculum design, and curriculum delivery to improve student outcomes and transform students' lives. As a Classroom Teacher you will: Plan instruction using approved curriculum, high-impact instructional strategies, subject matter expertise, and up-to-date data to...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, 3-5 Resource Room - Longfellow Elementary, 26-27 SY Join our Longfellow Team! Portland Public Schools seeks a highly qualified special educator at Longfellow Elementary School to support special education students in grades 3-5. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for overseeing the delivery of services in students' Individual Education Plans and providing specialized instruction in alignment with IEP's to ensure that each student progresses in meeting IEP goals and reporting and communicating data to all constituencies. Candidates should have familiarity with K-5 curriculum, strong relationship-building skills, and a collaborative, data-driven approach. Candidates should have experience with Restorative Practices, PBIS or similar frameworks that support students' social and emotional growth and learning as well as knowledge of intervention practices to support students academic growth. ESSENTIAL...

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 Pay Range: $131,306 to $151,561 annually per Administrators Association CBA Salary Schedule 2026-27 Reports to: Superintendent of Schools Manages: All school-based professional, paraprofessional, administrative, and support personnel Position Summary: Maine Regional School Unit 21 (RSU 21) serves 2300 students with 600 employees across three communities and has an annual budget of $65 million. RSU 21 schools are consistently ranked as top performers in Maine. As Principal, you will deliver measurable results that drive student growth and achievement. As building leader, you will work collaboratively with other principals, district-wide instructional leaders, and educators to deliver on the district's mission and strategic plan. Principals set the tone and lead by example to ensure the strongest school, parent/family, and community partnerships. RSU 21 principals operate with a mindset and framework of continuous learning and improvement, and both...

Job Description TITLE: Purchasing Manager Central Office POSITION OVERVIEW: The Purchasing Manager is responsible for organizing purchasing functions of Portland Public Schools, including managing the daily activities in purchasing for day-to-day and capital projects purchases, managing contracts including administering, negotiating, reviewing, renewing, filing, and evaluating for availability, price, term, and quality of products. The Purchasing Manager also coordinates the bid process and ensures compliance with procurement policy and conflict of interest policies and regulations. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead in developing a purchasing strategy; keep up with trends in procurement & purchasing Contract management to include all aspects (e.g. administer, review, manage, file, evaluate, analyze, and negotiate) Negotiate or renegotiate and administer contracts with vendors Administer bidding process and contracts (e.g. prepare specifications, evaluate...

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: Pre-K Special Education Teacher, Special Purpose - Multiple Openings, 26-27 SY POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks skilled, compassionate, and highly structured Special Education Teachers to lead Special Purpose Pre-K classrooms serving students whose Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) require a more intensive, specialized setting. These classrooms are designed to provide intensive, individualized support within a low student-to-staff ratio environment, addressing the developmental, behavioral, communication, and learning needs of young children with disabilities. In this role, the teacher is responsible for designing and implementing individualized and group instruction that address goals listed on student's Individual Education Programs (IEP's), creating a structured and predictable classroom environment, and leading a team of Education Technicians. This role also serves as the primary point person and first line of support...

Job Description TITLE: Early Childhood Services Coordinator POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the supervision and guidance of the Director of Early Childhood Special Education, the Early Childhood Services Coordinator serves as the primary point person for coaching, problem-solving, and day-to-day support within Early Childhood Special Education classrooms for children ages 35 across Portland Public Schools (PPS) and community-based partner programs participating in the district's mixed delivery early childhood system. The Coordinator is the first line of support for educators and building leaders, providing timely, responsive guidance when students or staff experience challenges, and ensuring that concerns are addressed proactively, consistently, and in alignment with best practice. As Portland Public Schools transitions responsibility for providing Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for children ages 35 from Child Development Services (CDS), the Early Childhood Services...

Job Description TITLE: Ed Tech III, Early Literacy - Talbot Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools has an Early Literacy Ed Tech III opening at Talbot Community School. Under the direction of the Principal, the Early Literacy Ed Tech III assists teachers by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well-being, with a particular focus on literacy. Duties involve working with students individually and in small groups to support repeated practice, reinforce instruction, assess performance, and motivate learning as well as assisting with classroom management and performing clerical / non-instructional work. Multilingual communication skills are a plus. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, curriculum materials, and directions from academic assessments Ability to write routine reports and correspondence to families Ability to speak effectively before groups of students,...

Job Description Administrative Assistant Full Time Kennebunk, ME, US Today Requisition ID: 1039 Apply Salary Range: $25.72 To $32.10 Hourly ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Middle School of the Kennebunks Salary Range: $25.72 to $32.10 Hourly As the Administrative Assistant you will deliver measurable results in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the main office at Middle School of the Kennebunks (MSK). Reports to: Building Principal Qualifications: We are seeking a highly qualified administrative assistant to join our team - someone who loves what they do. High school diploma required. The ideal candidate should possess a combination of education and relevant work experience and demonstrate a track record of success in office support roles. They should have excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, enabling them to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment. A successful candidate will...

Job Description JOB TITLE: Educational Technician III - Longfellow Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a kind, dedicated Educational Technician III to support Kindergarten or 1st Grade classes at Longfellow Elementary. At the direction of the Principal, assists Classroom Teacher by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well being. Duties involve working with students, in the area of math, individually and in small groups assessing performance, reinforcing instruction, motivating learning, assisting with classroom management, and performing clerical and other non-instructional work. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Ability to write routine reports and correspondence Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, parents, or employees Ability to calculate accurately Ability to calculate...

Job Description TITLE: Ed Tech III, Early Literacy - Ocean Ave Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools has an Early Literacy Ed Tech III opening at Ocean Ave Elementary School. Under the direction of the Principal, the Early Literacy Ed Tech III assists teachers by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well-being, with a particular focus on literacy. Duties involve working with students individually and in small groups to support repeated practice, reinforce instruction, assess performance, and motivate learning as well as assisting with classroom management and performing clerical / non-instructional work. Multilingual communication skills are a plus. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, curriculum materials, and directions from academic assessments Ability to write routine reports and correspondence to families Ability to speak effectively before groups of students,...

Job Description SUMMARY: Assists Special Education Teacher in delivery of educational services indicated in students Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavioral Support Plan (PBSP) within RISE/Day Treatment programs operated by Lewiston Public Schools. Salary Range: $20.86 - $28.12/hour(SY 26-27) Lewiston Public Schools offers a robust employee benefits package for full-time employees, including: health insurance with up to 85% of the premium paid by the employer; dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance; flexible spending and dependent care accounts; Maine Public Employee, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans; 12 paid sick days per year; tuition reimbursement and more! Location: McMahon, Lewiston Middle School, Lewiston High School ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned. Able to facilitate 1:1, 1:2 and small group instruction while meeting the needs of complex learners. This includes all academic and...

Job Description SUMMARY: Assists Special Education Teacher in delivery of educational services indicated in students Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavioral Support Plan (PBSP) within RISE/Day Treatment programs operated by Lewiston Public Schools. Salary Range: $20.86 - $28.12/hour (SY26-27) Lewiston Public Schools offers a robust employee benefits package for full-time employees, including: health insurance with up to 85% of the premium paid by the employer; dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance; flexible spending and dependent care accounts; Maine Public Employee, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans; 12 paid sick days per year; tuition reimbursement and more! ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned. Able to facilitate 1:1, 1:2 and small group instruction while meeting the needs of complex learners. This includes all academic and social opportunities throughout the day. Examples of this are any...

Job Description SUMMARY: Assists Special Education Teacher in delivery of educational services indicated in students Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavioral Support Plan (PBSP) within RISE/Day Treatment programs operated by Lewiston Public Schools. Salary Range: $20.86 - $28.12/hour (SY26/27) Lewiston Public Schools offers a robust employee benefits package for full-time employees, including: health insurance with up to 85% of the premium paid by the employer; dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance; flexible spending and dependent care accounts; Maine Public Employee, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans; 12 paid sick days per year; tuition reimbursement and more! ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned. Able to facilitate 1:1, 1:2 and small group instruction while meeting the needs of complex learners. This includes all academic and social opportunities throughout the day. Examples of this are any...

Job Description SUMMARY: Assists Special Education Teacher in delivery of educational services indicated in students Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavioral Support Plan (PBSP) within RISE/Day Treatment programs operated by Lewiston Public Schools. Salary Range: $20.86 - $28.12/hour (SY26/27) Lewiston Public Schools offers a robust employee benefits package for full-time employees, including: health insurance with up to 85% of the premium paid by the employer; dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance; flexible spending and dependent care accounts; Maine Public Employee, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans; 12 paid sick days per year; tuition reimbursement and more! ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned. Able to facilitate 1:1, 1:2 and small group instruction while meeting the needs of complex learners. This includes all academic and social opportunities throughout the day. Examples of this are any...