Long-Term Substitute Art Teacher - Ocean Ave Elementary

Portland Public Schools Co; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools seeks a Long-Term Substitute Art Teacher for Ocean Avenue Elementary School in Portland, ME. The role runs February 2027 through mid-June 2027, covering Art instruction for K-5 with emphasis on creativity, inclusivity, and standards-aligned progress monitoring.

Wage is $37.25 per hour with full-time school-year scheduling and benefits eligibility. Strong collaboration with staff and families is expected to support a positive, equity-focused learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Certification/licensure requirements include Maine State Teacher Certificate.
• Experience in K-5 or elementary settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster creativity and artistic expression for K-5 students using diverse media.
• Provide behavioral support aligned with school practices and assess progress.
• Collaborate with staff, families, and administrators to support equity.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge PPS

Multicultural education

Tech integration

Collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Job description

Long-Term Substitute Art Teacher - Ocean Ave Elementary

Portland Public Schools Ocean Avenue Elementary School - Portland, Maine

Job Details

Job ID: 5970700

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 24, 2026 2:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

TITLE: Long-Term Sub Art Teacher (February 2027) - Ocean Avenue Elementary School

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Art Teacher at Ocean Avenue Elementary School will foster creativity and artistic expression for students in grades K-5 using a variety of media and techniques. The teacher will also provide behavioral support in alignment with school-wide practices and assess student progress to inform instruction. The role requires collaboration, cultural responsiveness, and a strong commitment to equity and inclusive education.

** Approximate dates of coverage are February 10 to June 16, 2027. **

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of PPS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, PPS policies, and effective instructional practices
• Understanding of the teaching/learning process
• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education
• Ability to infuse technology into curriculum
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school-based staff, students, parents and community
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

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

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Maine State Teacher Certificate with Endorsement 620 (Art, PK-12) ( more info )
• 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

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

• Schedule: School Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Assignment: Temporary (approx. dates of coverage: 02/10/2027-06/18/2027)
• Wage: $37.25 per hour
• Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here

ABOUT OCEAN AVE:

Ocean Avenue Elementary School is proud to be Maine's first International Baccalaureate IB WORLD SCHOOL offering the Primary Years Program (IB PYP). The IB PYP inquiry-driven learning model was adopted by Ocean Ave School as part of its school-improvement long-range plan, after input from teachers, parents, and administrators. We are working with full commitment to build the program into the fabric of the curriculum school-wide with the six concept-based transdisciplinary Units of Inquiry at each grade level. In addition, we are exploring and practicing "internationally-minded" character traits across the school community with the IB Learner Profile and IB attitudes. We were authorized as an IB World School offering the PYP in July 2016.

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

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Art

Substitute > Substitute

Welcome to Ocean Avenue Elementary School

Ocean Avenue Elementary School is the newest school in Portland opening to 440 students this fall. It has 23 classrooms, including two district wide self-contained special education programs. What makes our school special? Ocean Ave School is a supportive and collaborative community where students and learning are at the center of our focus. We are able to use our staff strategically to meet the needs of all of our students. Ocean Avenue School uses Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) to create procedures and routines for all students. Our PBIS school-wide rules are: We are Responsible, We are Respectful, and We are Safe. Our school has state of the art technology in each classroom with document cameras, smart boards, and LCD projectors.

Job Requirements

Contact Information

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