Classroom Teacher - Mathematics-Middle School of the Kennebunks

RSU 21 serves 600 employees and 2,300 students across three communities and has an annual budget of $65 million. As a Classroom Teacher, you will serve as a dynamic leader, effective educator, and inspirational influence within your classroom. You will deliver measurable results through high-quality instructional planning, curriculum design, and instruction to improve student outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan instruction using approved curriculum, high-impact instructional strategies, and student data.
• Establish a respectful, safe, and student-centered learning environment.
• Engage students using varied instructional strategies to meet individual learning needs.
• Set ambitious goals, analyze data, and provide timely feedback to students and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practice and student learning.
• Support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives at all levels.
• Demonstrate professionalism, leadership, and strong communication.

Reports To

School Principal

School Location

Middle School of the Kennebunks

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Valid Maine teaching certification (614) or eligibility for 614 endorsement
• Strong subject matter expertise in mathematics
• Knowledge of effective instructional practices and standards-based curriculum
• Ability to design differentiated lessons for diverse learners
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Experience with professional learning communities preferred
• National Board Certification is a plus

Core Responsibilities

Curriculum and Planning

• Design standards-based instruction aligned to curriculum and student data.
• Plan pacing, sequencing, transitions, and guided practice.
• Develop long- and short-range plans and adjust based on assessment data.
• Use educational technology strategically to enhance learning.

Classroom Culture and Environment

• Maintain structured, safe, and respectful classroom routines.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and collaborative learning environment.
• Encourage inquiry, engagement, and intellectual risk-taking.
• Use communication tools that support diverse voices and perspectives.

Instructional Delivery

• Deliver rigorous, scaffolded, and differentiated instruction.
• Use high-impact strategies to develop critical thinking skills.
• Apply real-world applications and experiential learning methods.
• Maintain clear objectives and use ongoing formative assessment.

Data-Driven Instruction

• Use comprehensive student data to guide instruction.
• Set and monitor short- and long-term student learning goals.
• Support students in tracking their own academic progress.
• Address achievement gaps across student subgroups.

Collaboration and Professional Growth

• Work collaboratively across teams, departments, and grades.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and reflection.
• Continuously refine instructional practices based on feedback.
• Evaluate personal strengths and set professional growth goals.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

• Apply culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Advocate for inclusion and student voice.
• Address bias and promote equity in instruction.
• Support RSU 21 equity initiatives and policies.

Leadership and Communication

• Serve as a professional role model for students.
• Communicate proactively with families and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior.

Competencies

• Change agent mindset focused on student success
• Student-centered decision making
• Collaboration and openness to feedback
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Strong communication skills
• Relationship-building ability
• Lifelong learning mindset

Additional Information

Reasonable Accommodations

RSU 21 will provide accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law, who has made the district aware of their disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the district.

Terms of Employment

Salary and work year to be established by the Board and reflected in the contract.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board of School Directors policy on Evaluation of Certified Staff Members (GCOA).

Application Deadline

Position remains open until a suitable candidate is found.