What are the responsibilities and job description for the ELA Teacher (1 Year Only) - Moore Middle position at Portland Public Schools?
TITLE: ELA Teacher (1 Year Only) - Moore Middle
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Portland Public Schools seeks a dynamic, friendly, student-centered English Language Arts teacher to join the teaching faculty at Moore Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will build and maintain an inclusive classroom environment that holds all students to high expectations and fosters individual growth. Additionally, this educator will collaborate closely with colleagues to implement high-quality instructional materials, monitor student progress, and design effective interventions for a diverse range of learners. This candidate will communicate and interact regularly with students, parents, colleagues, and community members to support student success.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- 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 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
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university
- Additional combinations of applicable education, training, and experience are welcome
- 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
CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Maine State Teaching Certificate with one of the following endorsements (more info):
- English 100 (5-8 or 6-12)
- Elementary 020 (K-8)
- Maine State CHRC authorization (more info) **
- **if you already have an active teacher certification, you do not need a separate CHRC as this clearance is tied to your teacher certification
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
- Schedule: School Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
- Assignment: 1 Year Only (26-27 school year)
- Reports to: School Principal
- Contract: Part of PEA union (see 2025-2028 CBA here)
- Salary: Based on education and experience, as outlined in CBA
- Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here