What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multillingual/ESOL Teacher position at Portland Public Schools, Maine?
- Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university
- Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization
- Additional combinations of applicable education, training, and experience are welcome.
- 660 ESOL Endorsement, SIOP training and/or experience working with Multilingual Learners is preferred
- Portland Public Schools values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity.
- Complete an application on Frontline–this submission can be used for multiple job applications with Portland Public Schools. Be sure to submit your application by the posted deadline for the position.
- Upload a recent resume and cover letter to your Frontline profile.
- Hiring managers will contact candidates via Frontline email after the posting closes to offer an interview.
- In addition to an interview, candidates being considered can expect to be asked to complete a selection task such as preparing or teaching a demo lesson, and / or engaging in a role play.
- Candidates will be notified by email or phone call as soon as possible after completing an interview with the committee’s decision.
JobID: 3670
Position Type:
TEACHER-MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASSROOM
TEACHER-MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASSROOM
Date Posted:
6/29/2023
6/29/2023
Location:
Lincoln Middle School
Lincoln Middle School
Date Available:
08/28/2023
08/28/2023
Closing Date:
07/13/2023
07/13/2023
WHAT SETS US APART
Lincoln Middle School is in the midst of a transformation. We are looking for educators who are excited to engage in reimagining and rebuilding our school’s identity to suit the students and staff here now. We have a diverse and amazing student population and an incredible core of educators deeply committed to the school community.
Teaching at Portland Public Schools is an incredible opportunity to work alongside talented, committed staff who are uniquely positioned to amplify the potential of our students by creating a school experience that affirms, values, and challenges them each day. Portland Public Schools is dedicated to providing a rich academic experience to support every student’s path to success. We strive to actively recruit, support, and retain BIPOC staff and to create a learning environment where everyone feels connected, supported, recognized, and empowered. We focus on embracing the diversity of our staff and students, and on creating opportunities for fellowship and relationship building within our schools and community. We offer career and leadership development opportunities including professional development and mentoring to help you fulfill your career goals and aspirations.
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
Under the direction of the school principal and Special Education 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, also creates, 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 against using standards based curriculum and guidelines. The teacher is an integral member of the Lincoln Middle School community that serves as a support to students’ holistic well-being; teachers at Portland Public Schools thrive by having the opportunity to collaborate with students’ families and caregivers and all relevant stakeholders in support of students’ learning and social-emotional needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Working knowledge of pertinent curriculum standards, techniques for integrating and adapting curriculum and effective instructional practices. Understanding of the teaching and learning process, including the ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives as well as trauma-informed practices that engages culturally diverse populations. Record of student achievement ensuring rigorous, culturally inclusive instruction using standards based curriculum and guidelines that correlates with developmentally appropriate and engaging learning activities. Excellent human relations skills; the ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school based staff, students, and parents.
Education, Training and Experience
WHAT WE OFFER
The salary for this position is based on experience and guided by the collective bargaining agreement associated with the position. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, including health insurance which includes vision, and dental insurance and employer retirement contribution. We also offer a tuition reimbursement for one course per academic year.
Portland Public Schools is dedicated to providing a rich academic experience to support every student’s path to success. We strive to actively recruit, support, and retain BIPOC staff and to create a learning environment where everyone feels connected, supported, recognized, and empowered. We focus on embracing the diversity of our staff and students, and on creating opportunities for fellowship and relationship building within our schools and community. We offer career and leadership development opportunities including professional development and mentoring to help you fulfill your career goals and aspirations.
Portland Public Schools is dedicated to providing a rich academic experience to support every student’s path to success. We strive to actively recruit, support, and retain BIPOC staff and to create a learning environment where everyone feels connected, supported, recognized, and empowered. We focus on embracing the diversity of our staff and students, and on creating opportunities for fellowship and relationship building within our schools and community. We offer career and leadership development opportunities including professional development and mentoring to help you fulfill your career goals and aspirations.
HOW TO APPLY
Portland Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Thank you in advance for taking the time to apply to Portland Public Schools.
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