Health Teacher - Moore Middle

Portland Public Schools; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools seeks a Health teacher for 7th grade at Moore Middle School in Portland, Maine. The teacher will deliver a student-centered health curriculum addressing fitness, nutrition, and mental health, engaging teenagers with energetic, evidence-based instruction.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in education and Maine State Teacher Certification with endorsements in Physical Education or Health, plus CHRC authorization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university

Responsibilities

• Teach 7th grade Health with focus on physical wellness, fitness, and health education.
• Incorporate topics such as mental health, nutrition, and substance abuse.

Skills

Student-centered teaching

Health education

Engaging teens

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education

Job description

Health Teacher - Moore Middle

Portland Public Schools Moore Middle School - Portland, Maine Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5894678

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 1:00 PM (UTC)

Job Description

TITLE: Health Teacher - Moore Middle School

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Portland Public Schools seeks a Health teacher for 7th grade. We are looking for a student-centered instructor who will bring to our physical education department much energy and enthusiasm for working with teenagers in the areas of physical wellness, fitness, and health education. Health content includes current social health issues, such as: mental health, healthy lifestyles, substance abuse, and proper nutrition, among other health-related topics. The following standard areas are part of the health curriculum: Health Concepts, Health Information, Products, and Services, Health Promotion and Risk Reduction,Influences on Health, Communication and Advocacy Skills, Decision-Making, and Goal-Setting Skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Maine State Teacher Certification with one of the following endorsements:
  • 510 (Physical Education, PK-12)
  • 520 (Health, PK-12)
• Maine State CHRC authorization ( more info )
  • if you already have an active teacher certification, you do not need a separate CHRC as this clearance is tied to your teacher certification

ABOUT LYMAN MOORE:

Lyman Moore Middle School is one of three middle schools serving the diverse and amazing student population in Portland, ME. At Moore we believe that each individual brings skills, talents, and gifts to our community. When we learn to put these skills, talents, and gifts together we are able to accomplish more as a community. So, you are Moore, and we are MOORE TOGETHER.

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.

Position Type: Full-time

Classroom Teacher > Health

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Barbara Stoddard , HR Director
• 353 Cumberland Ave
• Portland, Maine 04101
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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