ANTICIPATED Primary Classroom Teachers (K-2) - Kate Furbish Elementary School

ANTICIPATED

Primary Classroom Teachers (K-2)•Kate Furbish Elementary School Brunswick School Department Kate Furbish Elementary School•Brunswick, Maine This job is also posted in Brunswick School Department Job Details

Job ID:

5647203

Application Deadline:

May 17, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Apr 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 24, 2026 Job Description Kate Furbish Elementary School is a large, nature-based and nurturing learning community•serving students from PreK through Grade 2 in Brunswick, Maine. We are committed to fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in every child. Our staff is passionate about early childhood development and dedicated to creating an inclusive and joyful classroom experience. We proudly implement the Maine Department of Education's For ME program in all of our classrooms, which provide rich, developmentally appropriate learning experiences designed to support whole-child growth. Intentional play is an integral part of our day. We are seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and experienced primary class teachers to join our team. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of early childhood education, a passion for helping young learners grow academically, socially, and emotionally and a commitment to collaboration. We anticipate having multiple openings on our kindergarten to grade 2 teams for the 2026-2027 school year.

Required Maine State Department of Education Certifications:

020 or 029 Elementary Teacher Certification Desired candidates will: Have successful early elementary instructional experience Utilize a collaborative mindset and a positive, flexible attitude Demonstrate familiarity with or willingness to learn Maine DOE's For ME program and philosophy Foster a safe and inclusive classroom environment, supportive of academic and social learning Show a strong understanding of child development and early literacy/numeracy practices Use formative and summative assessments to guide instruction and provide meaningful feedback Collaborate with colleagues, specialists, and families to support student success Communicate regularly to share progress and celebrate milestones Use technology effectively Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to school-wide initiatives Please electronically submit a completed application, current resume, copies of certification and transcripts, three current letters of recommendation, and a cover letter explaining why specifically you are a match for being a classroom teacher in our PreK-Grade 2 school by May 17th. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The Brunswick School Department does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Applications will be reviewed through 5/17/2026. If the position is not filled, it will be reposted and will remain open until a qualified applicant is found.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements