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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: Elementary School Principal - Talbot Community School, 26-27 SY POSITION OVERVIEW: Talbot Community School is currently hiring a Principal who is deeply committed to great student outcomes. For this role, the school specifically seeks: A collaborative instructional leader, who can forge a shared, equity-oriented vision for the school that ensures all students have access to the instruction, resources and support to achieve at high levels; A strong partnership-builder with students, staff, families and the community, who sees Talbot as a place where students, families and educators feel safe and feel a sense of belonging. A school leader with keen interest and/or experience in the Community School model The Principal is responsible for administering and supervising the overall school program and providing educational leadership for the students and staff members consistent with the educational goals of the community and our 5-Year Strategic...

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 Regional School Unit 57 PreK Special Education Teacher Qualifications Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred) in Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education Holds or is eligible for Maine DOE Certification 282 (Teacher of Students with Disabilities, Birth-Grade 5) Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience in an early childhood special education classroom Experience supervising Educational Technicians (Ed Techs) Strong knowledge of early childhood special education best practices Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to collaborate effectively with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality Successful completion of background check, fingerprinting, and reference checks Reports To Special Education Director Assistant Special Education Director Consults with Special Education PreK...

Job Description Regional School Unit 57 PreK Special Education Teacher Qualifications Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred) in Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education Holds or is eligible for Maine DOE Certification 282 (Teacher of Students with Disabilities, Birth-Grade 5) Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience in an early childhood special education classroom Experience supervising Educational Technicians (Ed Techs) Strong knowledge of early childhood special education best practices Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to collaborate effectively with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality Successful completion of background check, fingerprinting, and reference checks Reports To Special Education Director Assistant Special Education Director Consults with Special Education PreK...

Job Description TITLE: Make It Happen Site Coordinator (1 Year Only) - Lincoln Middle School POSITION OVERVIEW: The Make it Happen Site Coordinator is one of the positions under Portland Public Schools' Youth Development Program. Make It Happen is an academic support and college readiness program operated by the Multilingual and Multicultural Center at the secondary level to help language minority students develop competitive academic profiles, prepare for high school success, and secure college admission and financial aid. The Site Coordinator will become an integral part of school culture and work closely with staff, students, and volunteers. This position aligns with the academic school year, with an additional 20 work days expected throughout the summer. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee operation of academic support programming in the Make It Happen Academic Center Manage volunteer academic tutors and partners Recruit and engage target multilingual students...

Job Description Position Title: 4th Grade Teacher Location: Shapleigh School Reports To: Anne Ellis Position Start Date: August 26, 2026 Required Certification: General Elementary (020) or certifiable in the State of Maine Application Deadline: June 26, 2026 The Kittery School District is currently seeking a highly qualified, certified General Elementary teacher to join our 4th grade team at Shapleigh School. The ideal candidate for this position will hold a valid Maine certification in General Elementary School or be certifiable in the State of Maine, have experience teaching in a Proficiency Based Learning system, and be able to effectively communicate and collaborate as part of a teaching team. You must submit to a Criminal History Record Check through the State of Maine Education Department. Required Application Materials: Completed Applitrack Application Resume Cover Letter Transcripts (Not required for School...

Job Description Position Title: Anticipated School Psychologist Location: Kittery School District Reports To:Josie Chadbourne Position Start Date:August 26, 2026 Required Certification:Masters or Doctoral Degree in School Psychology, Maine School Psychologist certification/license Application Deadline:May 1, 2026 The Kittery School District is seeking a compassionate and skilled School Psychologist to join our dedicated Special Services team. This position plays a vital role in supporting the academic, emotional, and social growth of our students through assessment, collaboration, and intervention. Position responsibilities include; • Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational assessments to determine student needs and eligibility for services. • Collaborate with teachers, families, and administrators to develop individualized supports and evidence-based interventions. • Participate in the development and implementation of IEPs. • Support...

Job Description **Beginning with the 2026-27 School Year** PHYSICAL EDUCATION Greely Middle School 6-8 Qualifications: A valid Maine Department of Education teaching certificate with the 510 - Physical Education endorsement is required. Application Deadline is: Friday, June 26, 2026 When applying for this position, you will be required to upload the following documents in Word or pdf format: Resume Cover Letter Philosophy of Teaching Transcripts MSAD #51 includes the towns of Cumberland and North Yarmouth. The district educates 2,239 students. MSAD #51 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Description Position Title: Pre K Ed Tech II Location: Mitchell School Reports To: Kendra Downs - Principal Position Start Date: August 26, 2026 Required Certification: Ed Tech II certification (or certifiable in the State of Maine) Application Deadline: As soon as qualified candidate is found The Kittery School District is currently seeking a full-time Pre K Ed Tech II at Mitchell School. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience working with early childhood students (Pre K-3). The candidate will be assisting and supporting the classroom teachers in creating a warm and caring environment for young children, implementing a researched based preschool curriculum, administering developmentally appropriate activities for their students and keeping confidential and accurate student records. Other essential duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, supervising indoor and outdoor...

Job Description Extended School Year (ESY) Teacher Position Title: Extended School Year (ESY) Teacher Reports To: ESY Program Coordinator and Director of Special Services Salary Range: Hourly rates range from $39.05 (BA-O) to $74.27 (DOC-30), based on the 2025-26 Salary Appendix of the KAKEA collective bargaining agreement. Position Summary The Extended School Year (ESY) Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering individualized instruction and supports to students with disabilities participating in the ESY program. The teacher will implement IEP services, collect student progress data, collaborate with related service providers and educational technicians, and maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment that supports students in maintaining critical skills identified by the IEP Team. Work Schedule This is a temporary summer position supporting the RSU 21 Extended School Year (ESY) Program. Program Dates: July 6, 2026 - August 13,...

Job Description Position Title: Anticipated - Educational Technician III Location: Mitchell School Reports To: Building Principal Position Start Date: 08/26/26 Required Certification: Ed Tech III Certification Application Deadline: Will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found. The Kittery School District is currently seeking an Educational Technician III to support students with academic and/or behavioral challenges at Mitchell School (Grades PK-3) as part of the MTSS model. Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities Maintain confidentiality of all students, family and employee related information Meet with administrators and/or academic coaches regularly to share information and discuss student progress. Review and reinforce learning previously introduced by the teachers; may introduce new learning planned by certified teachers under indirect supervision Lead small group academic and behavioral instruction under indirect...

Job Description As a Food Service Specialist, you will deliver measurable results in assisting the Kitchen Manager in the provision of healthy and nutritious school lunches that meet all state and federal requirements for an approved school lunch or ala carte menu. Reports to: Food Service Supervisor Qualifications: Love what you do, working to provide a healthy and nutritious school lunch to all our students at RSU 21. Must have a high school diploma and/or G.E.D., sanitation certification, minimum two years experience in food service, demonstrate organizational qualities, and physical ability to handle demands of the job. All employees must have a valid DOE fingerprinting certification. Responsibilities: Operational Excellence Maintain the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen. Comply with District and school policies, rules regulations schedules and goals. Prepare food according to a planned menu and tested, uniform recipes determine if...

Job Description TITLE: Make It Happen Site Coordinator - King Middle School POSITION OVERVIEW: The Make it Happen Site Coordinator is one of the positions under Portland Public Schools' Youth Development Program. Make It Happen is an academic support and college readiness program operated by the Multilingual and Multicultural Center at the secondary level to help language minority students develop competitive academic profiles, prepare for high school success, and secure college admission and financial aid. The Site Coordinator will become an integral part of school culture and work closely with staff, students, and volunteers. This position aligns with the academic school year, with an additional 20 work days expected throughout the summer. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee operation of academic support programming in the Make It Happen Academic Center Manage volunteer academic tutors and partners Recruit and engage target multilingual students and monitor...

Job Description TITLE: Cafeteria Worker II (0.75 FTE) - Deering High School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Worker II for a 0.75 FTE position based at Deering High School. The position has a daily schedule of 6:30 am to 12:30 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 6 hours while 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 quality, displaying food attractively, keeping surfaces and work area clean, and washing dishes Ability to follow...

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 Position Title: KITCHEN HELPER Location: SHAPLEIGH Reports To: WENDY COLLINS Position Start Date: 8/26/2026 Required Certification: NA Application Deadline: AS SOON AS SUITABLE CANDIDATE FOUND The Kittery School District is currently seeking a Kitchen Helper at Shapleigh School for the 26/27 School year. This follows the student calendar days plus 3 training days. The ideal candidate for this position will (required and/or preferred qualifications and/or degree; please be as specific as possible). Candidates must submit to a Criminal History Record Check through the Maine Department of Education Required Application Materials: Completed Applitrack Application Resume Cover Letter Transcripts (Not required for School Nutrition or Custodial positions) Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application; Official transcripts will be required upon job offer. A copy of current certification (if...

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 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 (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 Position Title: Anticipated Dining Room Assistant Location: Mitchell Primary School Reports to: Kendra Downs, Building Administrator Position Start Date: 8/26/2026 Deadline: Until suitable candidate is found General Purpose: The Dining Room Assistant main focus is to provide assistance for our youngest learners(PreK, K and 1st Grade) during lunch and assisting with clean up after lunch services. Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities: Assistant students with efficient passage through lunch service Assist students with tricky food packaging Assist students with "flow" of the lunch break Assist students with decision making Assist students with timely consumption of food items Encourage student independence over time Washing tables at the end of the lunch service Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Dependability...