High School Alternative Ed Teacher (Full Time) – Portland High, 25-26 SY Position Available In Cumberland, Maine

High School Alternative Ed Teacher (Full Time)•Portland High, 25-26 SY
Portland Public Schools
Portland High School•Portland, Maine Job Details

Job ID:

5111876

Application Deadline:

May 15, 2025 11:59 PM (UTC)

Re-Posted:

Apr 19, 2025
Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

High School Alternative Education Teacher•Portland High, 25-26 SY
Full-time Alternative Education Teacher needed to work in a well-established program at Portland High School, with students who need a different approach to completing high school requirements—specifically English and Social Studies. Student needs addressed through the program include: academic, attendance, language and behavior needs. Strong ability to work with at-risk populations is a must. Flexibility and experience with differentiation and multi-modal teaching strategies are helpful as students meet high school graduation standards. Experience collaborating with school counselors, social workers, special education and gen ed teachers, and administrators is a must. To be considered for this position you must currently hold a valid MDOE teacher certificate with Social Studies and/or English endorsements.

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info).
Maine State Teacher Certificate with either or both of the following endorsements (more info):
100 English (6-12)
200 Social Studies (6-12)

ABOUT PORTLAND HIGH

Portland High School has a culturally rich and diverse population of students. It is a 9-12 school with approximately 900 students. We seek candidates who are student-centered, flexible, energetic, team-oriented and able to make effective use of technology.•Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Position Type:

Full-time
Welcome to Portland High School
Portland High School, home of the Bulldogs, is the most diverse school in the state of Maine. The 1,000 students at PHS come from 41 countries and speak 26 languages. Founded in 1821, Portland High is the second oldest operating public high school in the United States. Located in downtown Portland, Maine, PHS takes advantage of the beautiful city. PHS teachers partner with many community organizations and the Bulldogs compete at some of the finest athletic facilities in the state. Portland High has a long standing tradition of excellence in the classroom; our students attend the best colleges and universities in the country. In addition, the school offers numerous programs and support systems to ensure that students have every opportunity to succeed. The Portland High School community is incredibly special. Staff and students at PHS describe the school as unique, safe, exciting, energizing, welcoming, and inclusive. Students and staff consider themselves to be part of the Portland family. There is a shared sense of purpose at PHS, as the school community is dedicated to promoting understanding, tolerance, and inclusiveness in its dedication to academic achievement.
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