Join Our Team

The mission of Kennebunk High School is to develop productive global citizens, and we work collectively to live that mission every day in everything we do. KHS is an exceptionally well-resourced and courageous learning community—one that continuously reflects on and refines our practices to best meet the needs of every student we are honored to serve.

We are seeking a dedicated, student-centered, and empathetic Social Studies Long-Term Substitute Teacher to join our strong instructional team. The ideal candidate will be ready to help the students we are privileged to serve achieve great things.

Position Overview

• Deliver and help plan instruction using approved curriculum, high-impact instructional strategies, subject matter expertise, and current data to meet the needs of all students
• Establish clear expectations, routines, and procedures to foster a respectful, safe, and student-centered learning environment
• Engage students through a variety of instructional approaches that address diverse learning styles and goals
• Set ambitious goals; gather, analyze, and use data to measure progress, guide instruction, and provide timely feedback to students, families, and stakeholders
• Collaborate with colleagues to support overall school and district effectiveness
• Engage in ongoing professional reflection and growth to enhance instructional practice and student learning outcomes

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant teaching experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Appropriate Maine DOE certification (or eligibility for certification)
• U.S. citizenship, residency, or valid work visa required

Anticipated Class Load:

• Introduction to Psychology
• Ancient Civilizations
• SMCC Introduction to Psychology (Dual Enrollment Course)

Additional Information

Reasonable Accommodations:

RSU 21 provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities as defined by the ADA or applicable law, unless doing so would cause undue hardship.

Terms of Employment:

Compensation and work year are established by the Board in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated in alignment with the Board of School Directors’ policy on Evaluation of Certified Staff Members (GCOA).

This position will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected.