Long Term Substitute - 6th Grade ELA Teacher

Applitrack; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 46,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Saco School Department is seeking a Long Term Substitute 6th Grade Social Studies teacher for approximately 12 weeks, from early November through mid-February. The teacher will join a four-person team delivering core Social Studies instruction, with responsibility for planning engaging lessons, assessing students, and communicating progress to families and administrators.

The role emphasizes inclusive practices, flexible instruction, and collaboration with colleagues to ensure continuity of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education required.
• Experience with middle school Social Studies preferred.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer 6th grade Social Studies curriculum.
• Create engaging, standards-aligned lessons with reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and modify instruction to meet individual needs.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and attendance.
• Communicate with students, families, and administration regarding progress and goals.
• Collaborate with grade-level team to evaluate and improve curriculum.

Skills

Curriculum development

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Assessment & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Job description

Long Term Substitute - 6th Grade SS Teacher JobID: 1075

• Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching
  
• Date Posted:
  9/14/2026
  

12 week position from approximately November 1st through February 12th

Position Purpose

This position is part of a collaborative four-person 6th grade teaching team, with each member specializing in a core subject area. The successful candidate will be solely responsible for delivering high-quality SS instruction, including planning and implementing engaging, standards-aligned lessons that develop students' reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills. While maintaining ownership of the SS curriculum, this role involves close collaboration with team members. Responsibilities also include documenting teaching and student progress, activities, and outcomes; addressing the specific educational needs of individual students by creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment; and providing ongoing feedback to students, families, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals. The position emphasizes flexibility, strong communication, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment that supports the growth and success of all students.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Develops and administers SS middle school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Saco School System
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other middle school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of middle school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Saco School Department is committed to promoting diversity, multiculturalism and inclusion. We encourage qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Rateto be established by the Superintendent.

EVALUATION

As applicable, based on hours worked

Note: This job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe this job's functions and responsibilities and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in this job.

Teacher - Salary Range - $46,119 - $83,057