Elementary School Teacher

Lewiston Public Schools; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 46,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance package

Job summary

Lewiston Public Schools in Lewiston, Maine is seeking an Elementary School Teacher (PreK–6) to provide instruction, develop lesson plans, and support a diverse student body. The role emphasizes consistent daily attendance, collaboration with families, and alignment with district objectives.

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and a Maine teaching certificate, pass a criminal history check, and be available five days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Valid Maine teaching certificate with endorsement appropriate to the grade level (Elementary K–8 or Early Childhood for PreK).
• Completed criminal history record check (fingerprinting) as required by Maine law.
• Available and able to work 5 days per week per the Lewiston Public Schools schedule.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small-group instruction that adapts the curriculum to each student's needs.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior that create an effective learning atmosphere.
• Identify student needs, make referrals, and help develop IEPs and other support plans in collaboration with district specialists.
• Assess and evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep records, and provide progress reports as requested.
• Communicate regularly with parents through newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, and other means.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes.
• Plan and coordinate the work of ed techs and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Create engaging learning environments with displays, centers, and student work.

Skills

Classroom management

Parent communication

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Staff collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Maine teaching certificate

Background check completed

Job description

Elementary School Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5970019

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 23, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Elementary Teacher (PreK–6)

Lewiston Public Schools

Essential Requirement: Availability

The employee must be available and able to work five (5) days per week, Monday through Friday, according to the Lewiston Public Schools schedule. This is an essential function of the position, not a preference. Students depend on a consistent classroom teacher every school day. Regular, predictable attendance is therefore required, along with scheduled professional development, parent conferences, and school events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Other duties may be assigned.


• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, and provide individualized and small-group instruction that adapts the curriculum to each student's needs.


• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior that create an effective learning atmosphere.


• Identify student needs, make appropriate referrals, and help develop strategies for IEPs and other support plans, working with district specialists as appropriate.


• Assess and evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and provide progress reports as requested.


• Communicate regularly with parents through newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, and other means.


• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes.


• Plan and coordinate the work of ed techs and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.


• Create an engaging learning environment through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student work.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises the classroom, students, and volunteers, and directs the classroom work of ed techs, with assistance, advice, and support from administration.

Qualifications

Education and certification

• Bachelor's degree


• Valid Maine teaching certificate with the endorsement appropriate to the grade level (for example, Elementary K–8, or Early Childhood for PreK)


• Completed criminal history record check (fingerprinting), as required by Maine law


• Available and able to work 5 days per week per the Lewiston Public Schools schedule

Language skills

• Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.


• Write reports, correspondence, and procedures.


• Present information effectively and respond to questions from individuals and groups, including students, parents, and colleagues.

Mathematical skills

• Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.


• Interpret assessment data and basic statistics to plan instruction.

Reasoning ability

• Solve practical problems and handle a variety of concrete variables where only limited standardization exists.


• Interpret instructions given in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Other skills and abilities

• Apply current research and theory to the instructional program.


• Plan and teach lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of assigned students.


• Build and maintain effective relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.


• Communicate skillfully, both orally and in writing.


• Perform duties in line with all district requirements and School Committee policies.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $45,518.26 to $85,857.57 annually, with placement on the teacher salary schedule based on education and experience. Full-time employees receive a robust benefits package:

• Health insurance, with up to 85% of the premium paid by the employer


• Dental, vision, and life insurance


• Short- and long-term disability insurance


• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts


• Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), plus 403(b) and 457 plans


• 15 paid sick days per year


• Tuition reimbursement and more

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The physical demands below are essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform them. Frequently stand, talk, and hear; sometimes walk and sit. Bend, kneel, and sit at floor level or in student-sized chairs, especially with younger students. Occasionally push or lift up to 25 pounds, such as boxes of books and media carts. Use close vision, such as reading handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students, and regularly meets multiple demands from several people while interacting with the public and other staff. The noise level is moderate to loud. Work is performed indoors and occasionally outdoors, such as recess duty and field trips.

ADA Statement

The information in this job description is provided for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). It is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed in this position. Employees in this role may perform additional duties, and additional duties may be assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lewiston Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. It provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, whistleblower activity, previous assertion of a workers' compensation claim, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, including the Maine Human Rights Act. This policy covers all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Federal Nondiscrimination Notice

Lewiston Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, or employment. It provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This notice is provided in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jeremy Finney


• 36 Oak Street


• Lewiston, Maine 04240


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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