Top 50 Substitute teachers Jobs in Portland, Me

Long-Term Substitute Pre-K Teacher
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $37.25 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
Elementary Dedicated Building Substitute (Full Time)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $29.57 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Experience working with children
Dedicated Building Substitute
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $28.99 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Experience working with children
Dedicated Building Substitute (Full Time)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $29.57 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Experience working with children
District Wide School Substitutes 2026-2027
Scarborough Public Schools —Portland, ME
- $130 - $180 a day
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Fingerprint clearance
3d
Dedicated Building Sub (Full Time)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $28.99 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with children
- Bachelor's degree
8d
Substitute Teacher
RSU 21 —Kennebunk, ME
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
Full-Time Substitute Teacher
MSAD #51 —Cumberland, ME
- $175 a day
- Full-time
- High school
- Bachelor's degree
- Public school
Substitute Teaching
Baxter Academy —Portland, ME
- Background check
- Public school
- Teaching
Daily Substitute Teacher
MSAD #51 —Cumberland, ME
- $130 a day
- Part-time
- Entry level
Substitute - Short Term
Biddeford and Dayton Schools & Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative —Biddeford, ME
- $125 a day
- Per diem
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- High school diploma or GED
Long-Term Substitute 7th/8th Grade ELA Teacher (Fall 2026)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $36.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- English
Substitute Teachers (Per Diem)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $18.57 - $25.87 an hour
- Per diem
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- English
Dedicated Building Sub
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $28.99 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Bachelor's degree
- Fingerprint clearance
8d
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, 5th grade (Fall 2026)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
Long-Term Substitute 1st Grade Teacher (Fall 2026)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $36.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Public school
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, 6th Grade Science (Fall 2026)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $36.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
8d
Long Term Substitute ESOL Teacher (Fall 2026)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $36.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
Substitute Teacher - RSU 23 Old Orchard Beach Schools
Regional School Unit 23 - Old Orchard Beach, ME —Old Orchard Beach, ME
- $145 - $175 a day
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
Long Term Substitute Teacher - 4th Grade Classroom
RSU 21 —Kennebunk, ME
- $23.33 - $41.59 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
7d

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Long-Term Substitute Pre-K Teacher

Portland Public Schools, Maine -
Portland, ME

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Job Details

Full-time
$37.25 an hour

Qualifications

Teaching Certification
Employee relationship building
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

JobID: 5617

Position Type:
SUBSTITUTES/TEMP SUPPORT/LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE TCHR

Date Posted:
7/20/2026

Location:
Pre-K

Date Available:
10/19/2026

Closing Date:
Open until filled

TITLE: Long-Term Substitute Pre-K Teacher (starting October 2026) Pre-K Program at Catherine Morrill Day Nursery

POSITION OVERVIEW:

** Portland Public Schools is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Pre-K Teacher in the Pre-K classroom at Catherine Morrill Day Nursery. Coverage will start approx. October 19, 2026 and extend to approx. February 12, 2027. **

The ideal candidate would be someone who has deep knowledge of evidence-based early childhood pedagogy and curriculum, as well as the Maine Early Learning Development Standards. We seek a teacher who has a passion for working with young children and brings an equity-oriented approach to their instruction. The successful teacher would establish appropriate developmental expectations, recognizing that varied support to meet expectations and standards would be provided within a cohesive, nurturing and joyful early learning environment. The ideal teacher would be committed to Portland Public Schools' equity focus, and have experience working with diverse populations.

We seek a collaborative teammate who is open to giving and receiving feedback in service of the shared goals of the school and the district. The Pre-K Teacher would report to and receive support from the school's administrator and would also receive support from the PPS Director of Pre-K Programs.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maximize intellectual, physical, social and emotional development for all students within a small, cohesive learning environment
Establish a warm, caring and inclusive community of young learners that is coupled with positive and developmentally appropriate classroom management practices
Plan learning experiences that are aligned to the Maine Early Learning Development Standards and are responsive to individual student needs
Successfully implement early numeracy and literacy instruction and assessment
Successfully implement differentiated instruction to develop, select and modify instructional plans and materials to meet the unique needs of all learners
Successfully integrate outdoor learning experiences across the curriculum.
Establish and maintain a strong working relationship with the partnering Pre-K and Kindergarten Co-Teacher that reflects respect, collaboration and professionalism
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues, administrators, students, parents and community members that reflect recognition of and respect for each individual
Collaborate with English Language Learning (ESOL) specialists, Ed Techs, and Special Ed Ed Techs to ensure that lessons and the classroom environment are culturally and linguistically responsive and to ensure individual student plans are implemented appropriately
Collaborate with special educators, related support providers and Child Development Services to ensure IEP goals, accommodations and modifications are implemented appropriately
Collaborate and create schedules with Ed Techs and other staff (music, library, art, PE) to support children and to ensure that there are always a ratio of 2:16
Participate in a community of professional learning with other PreK and Kindergarten teachers across Portland Public Schools
Actively contribute to and learn from colleagues within the school and across the school district
Attend school meetings, programs, activities and events outside the instructional day as needed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Strong equity orientation and an openness to personal reflection on deepening awareness of personal bias and being culturally responsive and respectful
A growth mindset: a sincere belief that all students can rise to high expectations, embracing a passion for differentiation in support of ensuring all students meet their goals
Strong relationship builder: ability to work effectively and respectfully with students, administrators, colleagues, families and community members
Team player: an openness and desire to collaborate with colleagues and administration, including sharing lessons, assessments, student work and data
Ability to maintain professionalism in challenging situations and/or amidst competing demands and priorities
Excellent oral and written communication
Digital competency with technology integration for learning, communication, data collection and analysis, and accessing online professional resources and learning opportunities

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of education from an accredited college or university
Experience working in Pre-K and/or Kindergarten classrooms preferred
Experience with Pre-K for ME and Teaching Strategies Gold preferred

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info)
Maine State Teaching Certificate with one of the following (more info):
- Endorsement 081 (Early Childhood Education, 0-5)
- Endorsement 029 (Early Elementary, PK-3)

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

Assignment: Temporary (October 2026 to February 2027)
Schedule: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Wage: $37.25 / hour (certification is *required* for this rate)
Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here

Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

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