32 para professional jobs found

Job Description Loranger Memorial School Special Education Teacher, grades 3-8 2026-27 School Year, FTE 1.0 Located a ½ mile from the Atlantic Ocean and 15 minutes from Portland, Loranger Memorial School is a 375 student, grades 3-8 school seeking a full-time special education teacher for students with emotional and behavioral needs. Our chosen candidate will work as part of a team of professionals committed to providing quality programming for students in need of emotional and behavioral supports. They will have access to training and ongoing support, as well as regular consultation with district special education staff. The successful candidate should possess the following: CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Maine Department of Education CHRC (Criminal History Record Check) https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting Maintains or is eligible for Maine Department of Education Teaching Certificate (#282) QUALIFICATIONS / JOB SUMMARY: Conduct academic evaluations...

Job Description Located a 1/2 mile from the Atlantic Ocean and 15 minutes from Portland, Old Orchard Beach High School is a 200 student comprehensive high school seeking a full-time teacher. The position is .5 English teacher and .5 Multilingual Learner teacher to join our faculty. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Maine State Teaching Certification #100 (7-12 English) Maine DOE ELL Endorsement #660 (preferred) Maine Department of Education CHRC (Criminal History Record Check) QUALIFICATIONS: Extensive knowledge of the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts. Commitment to providing multilingual learners with equitable access to grade level curriculum. Deep understanding of curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Assist with progress monitoring of multilingual students and provide input on individualized language acquisition plans. Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and share best practices. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials...

Job Description TITLE: 1st Grade Teacher - Talbot Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks an energetic, enthusiastic, and creative 1st Grade Teacher to join the team at Talbot Community School. We are looking for a teacher who has a passion for working with children, brings an equity-oriented approach to their instruction, and who holds all students to high expectations. Strong candidates will have experience in conducting rigorous inquiry-based instruction across content areas. We seek a teammate who is collaborative and open to giving and receiving feedback in service of the shared goals of the school and the district. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Under direction of the Principal: 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...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Coordinator (0.5 FTE) Presumpscot Elementary 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...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Resource Room - Moore Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a committed and collaborative Educational Technician III to support Special Education students at Moore 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 settings to...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) - Casco Bay High POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Technician III to support students in the Breathe Program at Casco Bay High. 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: Special Education Ed Tech III, Resource Room - Casco Bay High POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a committed and collaborative Educational Technician III to support Special Education students at Casco Bay High. 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. We seek a team member with the skills and passion for the rigor, relevance and relationships that are at the core of Expeditionary Learningand a...

Job Description Position Title: Adult Education English Language Instructor - PT Location: Kittery Adult and Community Education Kittery, Maine Reports To: Cindy Furbish, Asst. Director Position Start Date: ASAP Required Certification: none Application Deadline: Open until filled Part-time, generally 4-8 PM, Tues & Thurs, when classes are in session, 4-6 hours a week, Sept.-June, in the Kittery Adult and Community Education office. Provide both one on one and small group instruction to English as a Second Language students as well as Adult Basic Education students. Instructor teaches diverse adult learners across beginning and intermediate proficiency levels. The position involves primarily evening hours. Lead engaging and effective English classes (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) for students at various proficiency levels. Adapt and...

Job Description TITLE: 11th Grade Chemistry Teacher - Casco Bay High POSITION OVERVIEW: Casco Bay High School seeks an outstanding, collaborative Chemistry Treater with the skills and passion for the rigor, relevance, and relationships at the core of EL Education (Expeditionary Learning)and a hallmark of our school. CBHS is looking for candidates with an affinity for diverse student bodies, an aptitude for differentiation, and a in the role of both teacher and advisor. CBHS faculty have a strong voice in shaping the school and are heavily involved in staff and student life. New staff can expect to be richly involved in upholding our distinct mission and in advancing school culture, teaching, and learning. The Chemistry Teacher will teach 4 sections of chemistry for juniors, lead a junior crew, and be a member of the 11th grade faculty team. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES : Knowledge of PPS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, PPS policies, and...

Job Description TITLE: Administrative Assistant (School Year) POSITION OVERVIEW: The Administrative Assistant serves as general administrative support to the Administration and Lead Administrative Assistant, and may support other roles within the school; communicates information to students, parents, staff, and/or other districts; ensures compliance with financial, legal, and administrative requirements; and supports a broad array of services provided to students, parents, instructional and support employees. Work requires responsible contacts with students, parents, and others. This position exercises some independence and judgment in performing their work. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate and oversee the building security system, including the point of contact for all incoming guests and visitors Perform general secretarial duties for the building and building administrator as assigned Operate the District computer software to maintain and update current and...

Job Description TITLE: Special Ed Ed Tech III - Peaks Island Elementary School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a kind and compassionate Special Education Ed Tech III to support students at Peaks Island Elementary School. Under the direction of the Principal and with guidance from the Special Education Case Manager, 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 specially designed direct instruction to students individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings to...

Job Description TITLE: Elementary ESOL Teacher - Rowe Elementary, 26-27 SY POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks an energetic, creative, master teacher of Multilingual Learners (MLs) at Rowe Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year and beyond. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: In Portland Public Schools, ESOL teachers: Provide and support rigorous and appropriate instruction aligned with the WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards and the Common Core to meet grade level expectations for MLs including newcomers Collaborate and consult with general education teachers to enhance acquisition of English in all language domains necessary to participate and make progress in general education content classes; Grade level and content area focus Provide on-going staff development as necessary on language acquisition and acculturation, sheltered instruction, and effective practices in teaching MLs Use school and student level data to inform instruction and...

Job Description TITLE: 2nd Grade Teacher - Rowe Elementary School 26-27 SY POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated educator to teach 2nd grade students at Rowe Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year and beyond. Under the direction of the school principal and admin team, the 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, the teacher also creates and develops, 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 using standards based curriculum and guidelines. The teacher is an integral member of the Rowe community that serves as a support...

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 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/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 MSAD 6 is seeking a dynamic School Counselor to join its instructional staff at the Edna Libby Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. The MSAD 6 School Counselor is an integral part of the district's comprehensive education program, aligned with the shared District mission to help all students reach their full potential. The School Counselor contributes to the design and delivery of the K-12 comprehensive school counseling plan which improves student outcomes. The School Counselor helps students develop mindsets and behaviors for success in the areas of academic, career, social/emotional development, as well as community involvement, in school and future post-secondary pursuits. The successful candidate will provide positive leadership in the school, the district, and the community; engage in advocacy for students and their families; and implement small group counseling and classroom lessons to promote student development and systemic change....

Job Description TITLE: Culture and Climate Coordinator - Rowe Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated, collaborative Culture and Climate Coordinator to join the team at Rowe Elementary School next year. The School Culture and Climate Coordinator works in partnership with their school leaders and the Director of Elementary Culture and Climate to promote positive school environments for all students, staff, and families. This position requires 10 days of work in the summer. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Facilitate protocols and practices that emphasize prevention and intervention in the creation of safe, inclusive learning environments Support the school-wide implementation and use of restorative practices, including the use of community-building circles and restoratives responses to disciplinary situations Lead school-based Tier 1 PBIS/culture teams, Advanced Tiers/SST teams, and participate as part of the District PBIS Team...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher, Beach Program (ASD) - Presumpscot Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks an outstanding, collaborative Special Educator to teach students in the K-2 Beach Program at Presumpscot Elementary School. The Beach Program is embedded at several schools throughout the district and serves students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or other neurodevelopmental and communication disorders in grades K12. The Beach Program assists 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...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Coordinator (Part Time, 0.5 FTE) - Longfellow Elementary 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,...