9 standards aligner jobs found

Job Description TITLE: Program Coordinator, 21st Century CCLC POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a Program Director to lead Wayfinders, a 21st CCLC grant-funded summer and afterschool program. The district is looking for a passionate and experienced leader to spearhead the program through its inaugural year and establish a foundation for success throughout the four-year grant cycle and beyond. The Program Director is responsible for overall leadership, communication, and partnership management, as well as hiring, budgeting, monitoring, professional development, and all data collection and reporting requirements. PROGRAM OVERVIEW: The Wayfinders program is a 21st CCLC grant-funded initiative hosted at Gerald E. Talbot Community School and Amanda C. Rowe Elementary School. The program primarily serves academically eligible 2nd through 5th-grade students from both schools. In partnership with Maine Audubon, we are building a curriculum that engages...

Job Description TITLE: Pre-K Teacher - PPS Community Partner Site (YFO) POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a passionate, caring, and competent educator for the Pre-K classroom at PPS Community Partner Site (YFO). 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...

Job Description TITLE: Elementary ESOL Teacher (1 Year Only) - Ocean Avenue Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a skilled ESOL Teacher to join the team at Ocean Ave Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. 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 ongoing 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...

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: 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 Pay Range: $131,306 to $151,561 annually per Administrators Association CBA Salary Schedule 2026-27 Reports to: Superintendent of Schools Manages: All school-based professional, paraprofessional, administrative, and support personnel Position Summary: Maine Regional School Unit 21 (RSU 21) serves 2300 students with 600 employees across three communities and has an annual budget of $65 million. RSU 21 schools are consistently ranked as top performers in Maine. As Principal, you will deliver measurable results that drive student growth and achievement. As building leader, you will work collaboratively with other principals, district-wide instructional leaders, and educators to deliver on the district's mission and strategic plan. Principals set the tone and lead by example to ensure the strongest school, parent/family, and community partnerships. RSU 21 principals operate with a mindset and framework of continuous learning and improvement, and both...

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 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...