118 teacher middle grades language arts jobs found

Job Description General Definition of Work The middle school teacher, under moderate supervision, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion, providing leadership in the educational environment that encourages and nurtures learning for all students. The teacher supervises, monitors, and evaluates students while developing lesson plans to ensure all student needs are met. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months Reports To Principal Place of Work The normal place of work is on...

Job Description General Definition of Work The middle school teacher, under moderate supervision, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion, providing leadership in the educational environment that encourages and nurtures learning for all students. The teacher supervises, monitors, and evaluates students while developing lesson plans to ensure all student needs are met. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months Reports To Principal Place of Work The normal place of work is on...

Job Description General Definition of Work The middle school teacher, under moderate supervision, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion, providing leadership in the educational environment that encourages and nurtures learning for all students. The teacher supervises, monitors, and evaluates students while developing lesson plans to ensure all student needs are met. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months Reports To Principal Place of Work The normal place of work is on...

Job Description General Definition of Work The middle school teacher, under moderate supervision, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion, providing leadership in the educational environment that encourages and nurtures learning for all students. The teacher supervises, monitors, and evaluates students while developing lesson plans to ensure all student needs are met. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months Reports To Principal Place of Work The normal place of work is on...

Job Description General Definition of Work The middle school teacher, under moderate supervision, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion, providing leadership in the educational environment that encourages and nurtures learning for all students. The teacher supervises, monitors, and evaluates students while developing lesson plans to ensure all student needs are met. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months Reports To Principal Place of Work The normal place of work is on...

Job Description General Definition of Work The middle school teacher, under moderate supervision, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion, providing leadership in the educational environment that encourages and nurtures learning for all students. The teacher supervises, monitors, and evaluates students while developing lesson plans to ensure all student needs are met. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months Reports To Principal Place of Work The normal place of work is on...

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: Pre-K Educational Technician III - Multiple Openings at Talbot Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Technician III for the Pre-K program at Talbot Community School. A successful candidate will demonstrate experience with and knowledge of early childhood curriculum, developmentally appropriate practice, and classroom management. They will support the classroom teacher in building student school readiness by helping to create a positive, developmentally appropriate learning environment. Working knowledge of the Maine Early Learning Development Standards, Pre-K for ME curricula, and Teaching Strategies Gold is preferred. A successful candidate will have a passion for working with young children, bring an equity-oriented approach to their instruction, and will hold all students to high expectations, recognizing that some may need more support to meet those expectations. The ideal candidate will have...

Job Description Now Hiring an English Teacher (Grades 6-12) - Residential School Vermont Permanency Initiative (New England School for Girls) Bennington, VT | Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Year-Round | $47,000-$60,000+ based on experience and certifications Inspire Learning. Change Lives. The Vermont Permanency Initiative (VPI) is seeking a passionate English Teacher at the New England School for Girls, a residential school serving students in grades 6-12, to provide general education services and work collaboratively as part of a team with planning, instructing, and special education services. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge of Common Core, the Vermont Proficiency-based Graduation Requirements, and 21st Century learning, understanding, and applications of best practices in teaching and learning in English Language Arts. Is enthusiastic, student centered and committed to educating all students to high standards and establish and maintain standards of...

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: 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 TITLE: Pre-K Special Ed Ed Tech III (Full Time) - Multiple Openings District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking several Pre-K Special Ed Education Technicians to provide dedicated classroom support to Pre-K programs at a variety of elementary schoolsPresumpscot, Rowe, Talbot, Longfellow, and possibly other programs in the district based on student need. Successful candidates will demonstrate experience and knowledge of early childhood curriculum, strategies, and classroom management. Candidates will support the classroom teacher in building student school readiness by helping to create a positive, developmentally appropriate learning environment. A working knowledge of the Maine Early Learning Development Standards and experience with Pre-K for ME curricula, Teaching Strategies Gold and Second Step curriculum, are preferred. Successful candidates will have a passion for working with young children, bring an equity-oriented approach to their...

Job Description TITLE: Director of Elementary English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Programming POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Elementary ESOL Programming plays a vital role in supporting Multilingual Learners (MLs) within Portland Public Schools. Reporting to the Assistant Superintendent of the Elementary Network Team, this position focuses on meeting the academic, social-emotional, cultural, and legal needs of MLs. Collaboration with the Family and Communications' Multilingual Center Intake team is essential for success in this role. The Director will provide vision, manage compliance, and support school leadership and ESOL staff within the District's English Language Development (ELD) program to enhance student achievement and proficiency in English while valuing students' home languages. The Director of ESOL will also work closely with the Director of Academics, and other Elementary Network Team directors, to implement various priorities in the Strategic...

Job Description Job Title: English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher (Grades 4-5) Location: Middle School Reports To: Building Principal, in partnership with the Director of ESL Subordinates: None Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt, Academic School Year Schedule School Year: 2026-2027 Salary Range: School Year Instructional Salary Scale $56,079 - $105,077 Job Summary: The English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher is committed to fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that supports the academic and linguistic development of English Learners (ELs). The ESL Teacher will provide direct English language instruction, collaborate with content teachers, and ensure ESL students receive equitable access to all school programs and services. This job description outlines the core duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be required in this role. The ideal candidate should be flexible...

Job Description TITLE: Part-Time Social Worker (0.5 FTE) Portland High POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a talented, dedicated social work provider to join the Student Support Team and support multilingual students at Portland High School. This position works as part of a team of student support professionals in the building and also collaborates with all district school social work providers in the Portland Public Schools. Social work providers address barriers that impede students' abilities to access their education by evaluating, engaging, and providing direct and indirect services to support social and emotional wellness and academic success. In alignment with the district's Strategic Plan and the Social Work Code of Ethics, Portland Public Schools social work providers provide social emotional support, clinical interventions, and advocacy to students and families to reduce barriers and improve educational outcomes. Strong candidates will have...

Job Description TITLE: Make It Happen Site Coordinator - Casco Bay High 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 high school level to help language-minority students develop competitive academic profiles 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 is for approximately 11 months per year, starting two weeks before the first student day and concluding two weeks after the last student day. 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...

Job Description Middle School Classroom Teacher (Grades 6-8) Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. Essential Performance Responsibilities Develops and administers school middle school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives. Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher, Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support (Breathe Program) Moore Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified special educator for our Breathe Program at Lyman Moore Middle School. The Special Education Teacher / Case Manager works with Breathe Program students in both mainstream and special education settings, and collaborates with the Breathe Program Social Worker and BCBA to determine optimal programming for students. The Breathe 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 meeting the district's learning benchmarks Serve as case...

Job Description TITLE: Pre-K Educational Technician III - Amanda C. Rowe Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks an Educational Technician III for a Pre-K classroom at Amanda C. Rowe Elementary. A successful candidate will demonstrate experience with and knowledge of early childhood curriculum, developmentally appropriate practice, and classroom management. They will support the classroom teacher in building student school readiness by helping to create a positive, developmentally appropriate learning environment. Working knowledge of the Maine Early Learning Development Standards, Pre-K for ME curricula, and Teaching Strategies Gold is preferred. A successful candidate will have a passion for working with young children, bring an equity-oriented approach to their instruction, and will hold all students to high expectations, recognizing that some may need more support to meet those expectations. The ideal candidate will have experience working with...

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...