31 special education 1 jobs found in Portland, ME

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 TITLE: High School Math Teacher (1 Year Only) - Portland High School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a skilled Math Teacher to join the team at Portland High School for a 1-year-only position. We are looking for a personable, collaborative, and student-centered educator with strong knowledge of Algebra and Geometry. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to equitable teaching practices, a willingness to work closely with colleagues, and the ability to support a diverse group of students in a heterogeneous classroom setting. Under the direction of the school Principal, the Math Teacher plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students. The teacher creates an atmosphere and environment that supports the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of all learners, ensuring success for every student. This position includes supervising students in a variety of school-related settings, monitoring and...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III - Longfellow Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a full-time Ed Tech to support small groups of K-2 students and teachers in push-in and pull-out classrooms at Longfellow Elementary School. Under the direction of the Principal and Special Education Teacher, the Ed Tech assists teachers by supporting student learning and well being. Duties involve working with students individually and in small groups engaging in learning, assessing performance, reinforcing instruction, assisting with classroom management, and performing other related non-instructional work. Ed Techs may also support students who require additional behavioral supports, positive behavior intervention, or de-escalation. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to build relationships, engage in teaching and learning Ability to manage data, analyze, and synthesize data Ability to support testing and assessment procedures...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III - Multiple Openings at Lincoln Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a committed and collaborative Educational Technician III to support Special Education students at Lincoln Middle 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...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III - Multiple Openings at Talbot Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a committed and collaborative individuals with Educational Technician III certification to support Special Education students at Talbot Community 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...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher, Resource Room - Talbot Community School, 26-27 SY POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Special Educator for our Resource Room at Talbot Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year and beyond. 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: Deliver evidence-based Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) and ensure student progress toward IEP goals. Act as case manager, ensuring compliance with Maine Unified Special Education Regulations-Chapter 101...

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: Elementary ESOL Teacher (Pre-K/K Focus) - Rowe Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: ESOL Teachers in Portland Public Schools: Provide and support rigorous and appropriate English language instruction aligned with the WIDA English Language Proficiency & Standards and the Common Core to meet grade level expectations for MLs/DLLs, including newcomers Collaborate with general education teachers to enhance acquisition of English in all language domains necessary to participate and make progress in general education content classes Provide on-going staff development on language acquisition, acculturation, sheltered instruction, and effective practices in teaching MLs/DLLs Use school and student level data to inform instruction and programming supports for MLs/DLLs. Our ESOL teachers are expected to be culturally responsive and effective communicators with students, parents, and staff. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide and support early English...

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: 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: 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 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: 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 TITLE: Pre-K Special Ed Ed Tech III (Full Time) - Multiple Openings District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking several Pre-K Special Ed Education Technicians to provide dedicated classroom support to Pre-K programs at a variety of elementary schoolsPresumpscot, Rowe, Talbot, Longfellow, and possibly other programs in the district based on student need. Successful candidates will demonstrate experience and knowledge of early childhood curriculum, strategies, and classroom management. Candidates will support the classroom teacher in building student school readiness by helping to create a positive, developmentally appropriate learning environment. A working knowledge of the Maine Early Learning Development Standards and experience with Pre-K for ME curricula, Teaching Strategies Gold and Second Step curriculum, are preferred. Successful candidates will have a passion for working with young children, bring an equity-oriented approach to their...

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: 8th Grade Math Teacher - King Middle School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a skilled Math Teacher to join the teacher at King Middle School. We are looking specifically for educators 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. 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....

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...