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Portland Public Schools, Maine

Substitute Teachers (Per Diem)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $18.57–$25.87/hr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Portland, ME (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

Job Description

JobID:

5603

Position Type:

SUBSTITUTES/TEMP SUPPORT

Date Posted:

7/13/2026

Location:

System Wide Date Available:

08/31/2026

Closing Date:

Interviews held monthly s

TITLE:

Substitute Teacher (Per Diem) - District Wide

POSITION OVERVIEW

Substitute teachers are needed throughout the district at all levels to assist with daily classroom functions, implementing lesson plans, and monitoring and supporting students. There is availability in nearly all departments, but the particular areas of need include: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), World Languages, and Special Education.

NOTE:

Interviews are scheduled approximately once per month, so please note that it may be a several weeks until you hear from Human Resources about an appointment. Thank you in advance for your interest!

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info here - total cost is $70) At least two years of college (60 credits) preferred

HOURLY RATES FOR 2026-2027

Less Than a

Bachelor's Degree:

$18.57 per hour

Bachelor's Degree:

$24.75 per hour Maine certified teacher or PPS retired teacher: $25.87 per hour

BENEFITS

This position is per diem, and not eligible for employer benefits Substitutes do accrue Earned Paid Leave (EPL) as per Maine law 1 hour of leave for every 40 hours worked More details can be found here - 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.