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8th Grade Social Studies Teacher

ServingSchools
Kittery, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2025 CLOSED ON 2/3/2026

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Position Title: 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Location: Shapleigh School

Reports To: Anne Ellis

Position Start Date: August 27, 2025

Required Certification: Maine Certification in Social Studies 5-8 (200M), Social Studies 7-12 (200S), or certifiable in the State of Maine

Application Deadline: Until a suitable candidate is found

The Kittery School District is currently seeking a highly qualified, certified Social Studies teacher to join our 8th grade team at Shapleigh School. The position will start in late August for the 2025-26 school year.

The ideal candidate for this position will hold a valid Maine 5-8 or 7-12 certification in Social Studies or be certifiable in the State of Maine, have experience teaching in a Proficiency Based Learning system, and be able to effectively communicate and collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary teaching team.

Candidates must submit to a Criminal History Record Check through the Maine Department of Education.

Required Application Materials

Completed Applitrack Application

Resume

Cover Letter

Transcripts (Not Required For School Nutrition Or Custodial Positions)

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application; Official transcripts will be required upon job offer.

A copy of current certification (if applicable)

3 current letters of reference

Letters of reference must be dated, signed, and written within the last 3 years

Internal candidates may apply in writing to humanresources@kitteryschools.com

Kittery Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kittery Schools ensure equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Kittery Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

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