Long Term Substitute - Kindergarten/1st Grade - Shapleigh Memorial School

Regional School Unit 57; Waterboro (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional School Unit 57 in Waterboro, ME is seeking a Long Term Substitute for Kindergarten/1st Grade at Shapleigh Memorial School. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in teaching and Maine certification, with duties to deliver instruction and monitor student progress.

The substitute will work under building administration, align with district policies, and participate in professional learning communities. Salary is set per day with routines for evaluation and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in teaching or a closely related field.
• Holds appropriate Maine Department of Education Certification.
• Specific preparation to teach at the appropriate level.

Responsibilities

• Plans a program of study that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Guides learning toward curriculum goals with clear objectives for lessons.
• Maintains classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students.

Education

Bachelor's degree in teaching

Maine Department of Education Certification

Job description

Long Term Substitute - Kindergarten/1st Grade - Shapleigh Memorial School

Job ID: 5911093
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 01, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57
Office of the Superintendent
Waterboro, ME 04087
Title: Long Term Substitute - Kindergarten/1st Grade
Location:Shapleigh Memorial School
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in specific area of teaching
Holds appropriate Maine Department of Education Certification
Specific preparation to teach at the appropriate level
Reports to: Building administration (Principal and/or Assistant Principal)
Job Goal: To deliver appropriate instruction and services to students and ensure that all students develop the knowledge, skills, and habits of work to become successful individuals and citizens
Performance Responsibilities:
Plans a program of study that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of students in a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students
Guides the learning process towards the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons and projects
Creates a classroom environment that encourages student participation and is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
Employs instructional methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides feedback as required
Assesses the learning difficulties of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required
Strives to improve professionally as an educator
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
Attends staff meetings, serves on staff committees, and is an active participant in all Professional Learning Communities
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials, funds, and facilities
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
Organizes classes and work so that substitute teachers can function with the minimum loss of learning for students
Uses community resources when available
Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, climb stairs, lift (ranging from 25-75 lbs depending on student size), bend, pull, push, walk, kneel, crouch, and perform other physical tasks that may be required from time to time.
Terms of Employment: Salary, work year and working conditions to be established by the RSU 57 School Board.
Compensation: $241.64-$268.49 per day
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the School Board's policy on evaluation.
Note: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: RSU 57 Massabesic School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Position Type

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Regional School Unit 57
• 86 West Road
• Waterboro, Maine 04087
• Phone: [phone]