Long Term Substitute-Grade 8 Spanish Teacher

ServingSchools; Kittery (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ServingSchools is seeking a certified Grade 8 Spanish Teacher for a long-term substitute at Shapleigh School in the Kittery School District. Start date is Sept 8, 2026 and the assignment runs through Nov 24, 2026, with emphasis on Spanish culture and digitally accessed content.

Collaboration with an interdisciplinary teaching team is encouraged. Applicants must submit an Applitrack application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, current certification, and three letters of reference.

Qualifications

• Must hold State of Maine Teacher Certification.
• Experience teaching Middle School Spanish preferred.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate on interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Teach Grade 8 Spanish with emphasis on culture.
• Deliver content digitally for Spanish language learning.

Skills

Middle School Spanish

Communication

Collaboration

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

State of Maine Teacher Certification

Job description

Position Title: Grade 8 Spanish Teacher, Long term substitute

Location: Shapleigh School

Reports To: Anne Ellis

Position Start Date: September 8, 2026 - November 24, 2026

Required Certification: State of Maine Teacher Certification

Application Deadline: Open until filled

The Kittery School District is currently seeking a highly qualified, certified teacher to join our 8th grade team at Shapleigh School as a long term substitute in the Spanish classroom. Emphasis will be placed on teaching Spanish culture. Students will access Spanish content digitally. The position will start on 9/8/26 and is anticipated to end on 11/24/26. It would be a plus to have experience teaching Middle School Spanish and be able to effectively communicate and collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary teaching team.

Candidates must submit to a Criminal History Record Check through the Maine Department of Education.

Required Application Materials

• Completed Applitrack Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts (Not Required For School Nutrition Or Custodial Positions). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application; Official transcripts will be required upon job offer.
• A copy of current certification (if applicable)
• 3 current letters of reference. Letters of reference must be dated, signed, and written within the last 3 years.

Kittery Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kittery Schools ensure equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Kittery Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.