44 teachers jobs found in Portland, ME

Job Description TITLE: Pre-K ESOL Teacher - Reiche Community School and Partner Sites POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a skilled ESOL Teacher to join the Pre-K team at Reiche Community School and our partner sites: Catherine Morrill and Youth and Family Outreach. Working across 4 classrooms, this teacher will support a caseload of about 25 multilingual students in Pre-K. ESOL Teachers in Portland Public Schools are expected to: 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...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher / Case Manager - Moore Middle School POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking a dynamic, friendly, student-centered Special Education Teacher / Case Manager to join our teaching faculty at Moore 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. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide evidence-based Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) in all academic and functional skill areas to students with Individual Education Plans (IEP)...

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: Physical Education Teacher, PK-5 - Ocean Ave Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and creative Physical Education teacher. The successful candidate will have experience creating strong student and parent relationships. A strong candidate will have demonstrated ability to plan collaboratively with other teachers and school-wide educators, and commitment to incorporating global perspectives and strengthening students' social/emotional education throughout the classroom and school. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Principal, the PE teacher: lans 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...

Job Description TITLE: High School Music Teacher - Deering High POSITION OVERVIEW: Deering High School is looking for an experienced music educator to teach grades 9-12. A successful candidate should create a joyful and rigorous learning environment to inspire young minds and help them develop their string skills and musical knowledge. The candidate will also thrive as a teacher while maintaining relationships with stakeholders and students. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Differentiating music curriculum to meet the needs of the individual student and the diverse student body Building relationships and mentoring students Establishing and maintaining standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during class, group rehearsals, and music performances Preparing students for school concerts, local performances, and other planned music experiences Inspiring and motivating students to practice outside of class time and be involved in the...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher, K-2 Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support Reiche Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Special Educator for our Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support Program at Reiche Community School. The Special Education Teacher works with students in both the mainstream and Special Education setting, and collaborates with the Program Social Worker to determine optimal programming for students. The 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 meeting the district's learning benchmarks Serve as case manager for each student, overseeing IEPs and...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher, K-2 Resource Room - Presumpscot Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Special Educator for our Resource Room at Presumpscot 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 student's IEP,...

Job Description High School Math Teacher - Deering High POSITION OVERVIEW: Deering High School is hiring a full-time Math Teacher to join our team. We are seeking candidates 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 the curriculum Envision 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...

Job Description TITLE: Spanish Teacher (Part Time, 0.5 FTE) - King Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the School Principal, the Spanish Teacher plans, and provides for rigorous, engaging and joyful learning experiences for all students. The Teacher fosters an environment that supports the intellectual, physical, social and emotional wellness and development of individuals to ensure success for every student. In addition to supporting students' growth and well-being, also creates, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of students' varying learning needs. The Teacher monitors and evaluates student growth and outcomes against using standards based curriculum and guidelines. The Teacher is an integral member of the King Middle School community that serves as a support to students' holistic well-being. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Working knowledge of pertinent curriculum standards, techniques for integrating and...

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: Pre-K Special Education Co-Teacher - Pre-K Classroom at PATHS POSITION OVERVIEW: The Pre-K Special Education Co-Teacher provides specially designed instruction and supports within inclusive early childhood classrooms for preschool-aged children with disabilities. Working in partnership with general education preschool teachers, the Co-Teacher shares responsibility for planning, delivering, and assessing instruction to ensure all students can access and participate meaningfully in the curriculum and classroom community. The Co-Teacher collaborates with multidisciplinary team members, including related service providers and families, to implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), monitor student progress, and provide instructional supports that promote student growth across developmental domains. The position fosters inclusive practices and utilizes co-teaching strategies to support children with and without disabilities in learning together...

Job Description TITLE: Pre-K Teacher (Co-Taught) - Pre-K Class at PATHS POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a passionate, caring, and competent educator for the Pre-K classroom at PATHS. 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 is open to giving and receiving feedback in service of the shared goals of the...

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: Environmental Literacy Teacher - Talbot Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking skilled environmental literacy / science teachers to support learning and curriculum at Talbot Community School. Under the general direction of the school principal and the district Outdoor and Experiential Coordinator, each Environmental Literacy / Science teacher will work with partner schools in a "specials" model. The aim of this program is to continue the district's efforts towards building our experiential environmental literacy and science curriculum at the elementary level. Also, the teachers will help tend the garden as well as help to build school community support around garden maintenance and care. The Environmental Literacy / Science teacher serves as a collaborator, teacher, and resource specialist to students and school staff regarding the schoolyard. garden and environmental and/or science education as an integrative...

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: Pre-K Teacher - Ocean Avenue Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a passionate, caring, and competent educator for the Pre-K classroom at Ocean Avenue Elementary. 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 is open to giving and receiving feedback in service of the shared goals of...

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: 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 Coordinator Moore Middle School POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the supervision and guidance of the building Principal, the Special Education (SE) Coordinator supports the school's special education team in ensuring that all students requiring special education and related services receive appropriate instruction, programming, and support. This role directly supports Portland Public Schools' five-year strategic plan, which prioritizes building the capacity of schools to provide more effective instruction to students with disabilities across the continuum of services. The Coordinator's role also directly supports the district's on-going focus on improving students' academic and social emotional outcomes and promoting equity. The Coordinator is responsible for organizing and monitoring all SE programs and services in the school and will provide direct support to teachers and ed techs at the classroom level, including those working in...

Job Description TITLE: Assistant Principal - Lincoln Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant Principal with a demonstrated commitment and ability to cultivate a positive, inclusive culture; to continually improve teaching and learning; and to efficiently manage systems and logistics. The Assistant Principal plays a pivotal role in ensuring rigorous, engaging, and joyful learning experiences for all students, fostering an environment that supports the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional wellness and development of individuals. Working under the direction of the school principal and guided by District Teaching and Learning Priorities and the School Success Plan, the Assistant Principal is an integral member of the school's leadership team. This role involves administering and supervising the total school program, providing educational leadership for students and staff consistent with the educational goals of the community, and...