What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Full Time, 1.0 FTE) position at Portland Public Schools, Maine?
- 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
- Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students
- Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices
- Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities
- Knowledge of PPS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, PPS policies, and effective instructional practices.
- Understanding of the teaching/learning process.
- Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education.
- Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum.
- Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community.
- Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
- Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university.
- Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info).
- One of the following Maine State Teacher Certificates (more info):
- General Elementary 020 (K-8 only)
- Middle Level Social Studies 200 (5-8) or Secondary Social Studies 200 (6-12)
- School-year position
- Full time, 1.0 FTE
- Permanent
- Not eligible for overtime
JobID: 5016
Position Type:
TEACHER-MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASSROOM
TEACHER-MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASSROOM
Date Posted:
4/9/2025
4/9/2025
Location:
Moore Middle School
Moore Middle School
Date Available:
08/25/2025
08/25/2025
Closing Date:
05/01/2025
05/01/2025
ABOUT MOORE & PPS: Lyman Moore Middle School is one of three middle schools serving the diverse and amazing student population in Portland. At Moore we believe that each individual brings skills, talents, and gifts to our community. When we learn to put these skills, talents, and gifts together we are able to accomplish more as a community. So, you are Moore, and we are MOORE TOGETHER.
Located two hours north of Boston, Portland is a progressive and vibrant community where the possibilities for living an active, balanced and engaged life is at your fingertips. Portland Public Schools is a cornerstone of our community. We are the largest public school district in Maine and the most diverse district in northern New England with more than 60 world languages spoken by our students and families. This is an exciting time to join the Portland Public Schools. The district is deep into the implementation of a 5-Year Strategic Plan with a focus on the Equity goal, which calls on all educators to be vigilant about supporting each student’s individual path to achieving high standards, and rooting out systemic or ongoing inequities. At this moment in time-perhaps more than ever before-students and families require robust social, emotional, and behavioral supports, and advocacy to reduce barriers and improve educational outcomes.
POSITION OVERVIEW: Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Full Time) - Moore Middle, 25-26 SY
The Middle School Social Studies Teacher will provide direct instruction using evidence-based best practices, and high quality instructional materials so that each student is able to reach their academic potential. The successful candidate will be adept at fostering an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals, ensuring equitable access to learning opportunities for all students. In addition, the successful candidate will have the responsibility to develop and adjust curricular and instructional materials to monitor student progress and meet the needs of a range of learners. This role aims to implement culturally relevant instruction, integrate content across disciplines, use data, and differentiate to meet student needs. Communicating and interacting with students, parents, colleagues and community members are essential in this role.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITES:
Under direction of the school Principal:
POSITION OVERVIEW: Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Full Time) - Moore Middle, 25-26 SY
The Middle School Social Studies Teacher will provide direct instruction using evidence-based best practices, and high quality instructional materials so that each student is able to reach their academic potential. The successful candidate will be adept at fostering an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals, ensuring equitable access to learning opportunities for all students. In addition, the successful candidate will have the responsibility to develop and adjust curricular and instructional materials to monitor student progress and meet the needs of a range of learners. This role aims to implement culturally relevant instruction, integrate content across disciplines, use data, and differentiate to meet student needs. Communicating and interacting with students, parents, colleagues and community members are essential in this role.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITES:
Under direction of the school Principal:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
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