Position Type:
SUBSTITUTES/TEMP SUPPORT/SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Date Posted:
6/16/2026
Location:
Longfellow Elementary School
Date Available:
08/24/2026
Closing Date:
Open until filled
TITLE: Dedicated Building Substitute (Full Time) - Longfellow Elementary
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Portland Public Schools has a Dedicated Building Substitute opening available for the 26-27 school year at Longfellow Elementary.
Assigned to a specific school for the entire year, the Dedicated Substitute is onsite daily and able to fill in as needed, assisting with daily classroom functions, implementing lesson plans, and monitoring and supporting students. At times, the Dedicated Substitute may be assigned to the same classroom for multiple days. The Dedicated Substitute plays an essential role in providing continuity and consistency for the students at their assigned school. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity for those who are passionate about helping students reach their full potential.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
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Prior experience working with children
CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info)
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[Preferred] Active Maine State Teacher Certification (more info)
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
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Schedule: School Year, Full Time, 1.0 FTE (standard 7 hour day)
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Assignment: Temporary, not guaranteed to extend beyond the 26-27 school year
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Wages: $28.99* per hour
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Benefits: Eligible for $500* / month toward a PPS medical benefits plan, also eligible for Earned Paid Leave (EPL) as per Maine law
- Amounts shown here are 25-26 rates. The rates for 26-27 will increase at the start of the 26-27 school year.
ABOUT LONGFELLOW:
Located in Deering Center on Stevens Avenue, between Deering High School and Lincoln Middle School, Longfellow Elementary School is a PK5 school serving approximately 250 students. We are committed to academic excellence, social-emotional learning, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving, while fostering a strong sense of belonging for every member of our community. Our Longfellow community is supportive and collaborative, with a shared goal of ensuring that every student feels included, valued, and empowered with the tools and strategies they need to be successful.
We prioritize explicit, systematic literacy instruction and data-driven practices in grades K2, and implement EL Education across K5 alongside Illustrative Mathematics to promote inquiry, engagement, and deep understanding. Professional collaboration and coaching are central to our work. Each staff member participates in multiple teams, including administration, special education, multilingual/intervention/RTI, and instructional coaching, to support continuous growth and student success.
Our school is grounded in a strong commitment to equity and anti-racist practices. We center restorative approaches, honor multilingual learners as assets, and engage in ongoing reflection and dialogue around identity and bias. As part of Portland Public Schools, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive environment for both students and staff, with meaningful opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, leadership, and belonging.
