31 physical education jobs found

Job Description RSU 57 86 West Road Waterboro, ME 04087 Title: Physical Therapist - PreK-5 Grade District Wide Qualifications: Current Maine physical therapist license. Current Maine Department of Education Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) Experience working with school-aged children is preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in collaborating within a diverse, multidisciplinary professional team. Experience with administering evaluations, writing evaluation reports and collecting data to inform treatment plans and student IEP's. Reports To: Director of Special Services, Assistant Director of Special Services and Building Principal. Coordinates with: Special Education Classroom Teachers, Support Staff, Related Service Providers, Building Administration and the Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Coordinator. Job Goal: This position is designed to support the successful implementation of Physical Therapy services for our PreK-5...

Job Description TITLE: Health Teacher - Moore Middle School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a Health teacher for 7th grade. We are looking for a student-centered instructor who will bring to our physical education department much energy and enthusiasm for working with teenagers in the areas of physical wellness, fitness, and health education. Health content includes current social health issues, such as: mental health, healthy lifestyles, substance abuse, and proper nutrition, among other health-related topics. The following standard areas are part of the health curriculum: Health Concepts, Health Information, Products, and Services, Health Promotion and Risk Reduction, Influences on Health, Communication and Advocacy Skills, Decision-Making, and Goal-Setting Skills. EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Maine State Teacher...

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 REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent 86 West Road Waterboro, ME 04087 Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent JOB SUMMARY: The Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent provides high-level executive and administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of the Superintendent's Office and the RSU 57 School Board. This position serves as a primary liaison for district leadership, handling confidential matters with utmost discretion, managing executive communications and schedules, coordinating Board activities, and supporting public relations and community outreach. REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED: A successful candidate will be an agile, efficient multi tasker and strong problem solver who can seamlessly balance routine daily tasks with the ability to respond swiftly, accurately, and resourcefully to urgent needs or dynamic situations as needed. High school diploma or...

Job Description Food Service Assistant Hollis Elementary School (1) Position: 4 hours per day (10:15am-2:15pm) Duties include, but are not limited to: Preparing and serving food (may include cooking and baking). Assisting with cleaning the kitchen, serving, and eating areas. Maintaining all applicable health and sanitation standards. Operating a Computerized Accountability System. Attending staff training as needed. Qualifications: 1. Education: High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Current CHRC (Criminal History Record Check) is required if offered the position. 3. Experience: Prior successful school Food Service experience is a plus. 4. Physical Requirements: Evidence of ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds, stand for periods of time as long as 6+ hours on a cement/tile kitchen floor, work in a potentially hot and humid environment....

Job Description REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, Maine 04087 Day Treatment Special Education Teacher (Grades 9-12) Massabesic East Building POSITION SUMMARY: To provide special education services to students so they may receive their education in the least restrictive, educational setting with access to the general curriculum. REPORTS TO: Director and Assistant Director of Special Education & Building Administrators QUALIFICATIONS: Current Maine Teacher Certification appropriate for grade level and specialty area Bachelor's Degree or advanced degree Prior teaching experience preferred PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides diagnostic and evaluative services to assist in identification of students requiring special education services. This includes classroom observations, administration of appropriate evaluation instruments, diagnostic teaching and student/staff/parent interviews. Develops and implements...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) Moore Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Technician III to support students in the Breathe Program at Moore Middle School. 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 REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, ME 04087 Educational Technician III - Special Education REPORTS TO: Building Principal or Designee QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED: Documentation of at least three years of post-secondary education or a combination equivalent to 90 hours of approved study in an educationally related field. Demonstrated strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Understanding of the instructional process and the needs of students, including students with special needs. Knowledge of emergency, health, and safety procedures preferred. Willingness to participate in ongoing in-service training as requested by the Administrator and/or Director. Must hold or be eligible for Maine Educational Technician III Authorization for the State of Maine and CHRC Approval Certificate. Must maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality regarding student information as...

Job Description REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, ME 04087 Title: School Nutrition Director Qualifications: Meets or exceeds USDA Professional Standards requirements for a School Nutrition Program Director. Holds a Maine Department of Education Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) or has the ability to obtain one. Holds a valid ServSafe Food Manager Certification or equivalent food safety credential, or is able to obtain certification upon hire. Reports To: Superintendent of Schools or designee Position Summary: The School Nutrition Director provides leadership in developing, maintaining, and innovating the District's food service program, with an emphasis on providing students with high-quality, balanced meals. The Director inspires the development of lifelong healthy nutrition habits across all District schools while ensuring strict compliance with all applicable federal and state guidelines and regulations....

Job Description REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, ME 04087 Educational Technician III - Special Education REPORTS TO: Building Principal or Designee QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED: Documentation of at least three years of post-secondary education or a combination equivalent to 90 hours of approved study in an educationally related field. Demonstrated strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Understanding of the instructional process and the needs of students, including students with special needs. Knowledge of emergency, health, and safety procedures preferred. Willingness to participate in ongoing in-service training as requested by the Administrator and/or Director. Must hold or be eligible for Maine Educational Technician III Authorization for the State of Maine and CHRC Approval Certificate. Must maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality regarding student information as...

Job Description REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, ME 04087 JOB TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION: EDUCATIONAL TECHNICIAN I - Line Elementary School REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Special Education Administrator QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED: High school diploma or equivalent. Maintains or is eligible for State of Maine Educational Technician I Certification and CHRC Approval Certificate. Must possess strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, an understanding of the instructional process, and an understanding of students' needs to include understanding of the student with special needs. Knowledge of emergency, health, and safety issues would be preferred. Must be willing to participate in ongoing in-service training as requested by Administrator and/or Director. Must maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as required by law....

Job Description Lead Teacher - Preschool (Portland Based) Head Start program The Opportunity Alliance is seeking a Head Start Lead Teacher to join the Head Start team and make a difference in the lives of children and families in your community. Head Start promotes the school readiness of young children from low-income families through local programs. Head Start and Early Head Start programs support the mental, social, and emotional development of children from birth to age 5. The Lead Teacher is responsible for providing safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environments in center-based settings and supervision of Assistant teachers and any additional classroom staff. The Lead Teacher implements child development programming to support the overall growth and development of children and families in accordance with the Family and Early Childhood Education program plan, Head Start Performance Standards, State of Maine licensing rules, and NAEYC Accreditation...

Job Description REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, Maine 04087 SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST POSITION SUMMARY The Speech-Language Pathologist provides comprehensive speech and language evaluations, therapeutic services, and interventions for students, as well as consultation and support to parents, staff, and educational teams. REPORTS TO Director and Assistant Director of Special Education, and Building Administrators QUALIFICATIONS Maine Speech-Language Pathologist Certification and Licensure (preferred), or Bachelor's degree with Maine Department of Education certification in Speech (#293) and State Licensure Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with students, families, school personnel, and community members PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and implement individualized speech and language therapy programs based on student needs Conduct comprehensive assessments and diagnoses...

Job Description RSU 57 86 West Road Waterboro, ME 04087 Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Coordinator and Case Manager Position Summary RSU 57's Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) program serves children ages 3-5 who are receiving special education services. The ECSE Coordinator and Case Manager provides leadership, collaboration, and coaching to support staff and ensure high-quality, inclusive programming for our youngest learners. The Coordinator oversees the implementation of instruction aligned with Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals, maintains compliance with state and federal special education regulations, and serves as a central liaison between families, school teams, and outside agencies. The position also includes building-based support and coordination of educational technicians, with a focus on ensuring smooth transitions from Early Intervention into public PreK settings. Qualifications Maine Department of Education...

Job Description Regional School Unit 57 Title: Van Driver Qualifications: High School diploma or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience Hold a valid State of Maine Operators License for a minimum of two years (required) To communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, parents, community, and school personnel Reports to: Director of Transportation Job Goal: 1. Safe operation, maintenance and routing of the assigned school van on a day-to-day basis. Performance Responsibilities: Safely operate school van on a daily basis Check van before each operation for mechanical defects and report any defects utilizing daily inspection form Clean assigned van inside daily and wash inside and outside monthly or sooner if appropriate Discharge students only at authorized stops Enforce rules governing student conduct on vans and utilize district's formal discipline procedure when appropriate Report any...

Job Description REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, ME 04087 Position: Educational Technician III - TItle I - Shapleigh Memorial School Reports To: Building Principal or Designee Job Goal: To assist teaching staff in maintaining an effective classroom environment where students can fully benefit from instructional programs and available resources. Qualifications Desired: Documentation of at least three (3) years of post-secondary education or a combination equivalent to 90 hours of approved study in an educationally related field. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; understanding of the instructional process; and awareness of student needs, including those of students with special needs. Knowledge of emergency, health, and safety procedures preferred. Willingness to participate in ongoing in-service training as requested by administration. Must hold or be eligible for State of Maine...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Beach Program (Self-Contained ASD) Multiple Openings at Ocean Ave Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools dedicated Special Education Ed Tech III / Behavioral Health Professional to support students in our Beach Program at Ocean Avenue Elementary School. With the supervision of the Director of Specialized Programs and School Principal, the Ed Tech / BHP assists the Special Education Teacher by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning, positive behavioral interventions and safety. Responsibilities involve working with students with behavioral and neuro-developmental disabilities, individually and in small groups to assess performance, reinforcing instruction, motivating learning, assisting with classroom management, data tracking, Mainecare billing documentation, and non-instructional duties. ** Multiple openings available. ** ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides specially...

Job Description REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, ME 04087 JOB TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION: EDUCATIONAL TECHNICIAN III - Lyman Elementary School REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Special Education Administrator QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED: Documentation of at least 90 credit hours of approved study in an educationally related field. Must hold or be eligible for State of Maine Educational Technician III Certification and CHRC Approval Certificate. Must possess strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, an understanding of the instructional process, and an understanding of students' needs to include understanding of the student with special needs. Knowledge of emergency, health, and safety issues would be preferred. Must be willing to participate in ongoing in-service training as requested by Administrator and/or Director. Must maintain a high level of ethical behavior and...

Job Description TITLE: Speech-Language Pathologist, Early Childhood (Ages 35) - Multiple Openings District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks licensed, ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) to provide developmentally appropriate speech and language services for children ages 35 across district early childhood settings, including public pre-K and specialized early childhood programs. SLPs will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary early childhood team of teachers, ed-techs, social workers, occupational therapists, and physical therapists. This role emphasizes play-based, inclusive practices that support communication development within natural routines and environments, and strong partnerships with families and educators. ** There are multiple openings available for the 2026-2027 school year. ** ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct comprehensive, developmentally appropriate assessments of speech, language, social communication, and...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program - Longfellow Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Technician III to support students in the Breathe Program at Longfellow. 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 behavior plans and IEP's, supporting...