Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher, Resource Room - Deering High

Portland Public Schools; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools Deering High School in Portland, Maine seeks a Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher to support resource room students. You will develop and monitor IEPs, collaborate with parents, general education teachers, and related service providers, and tailor instruction to individual needs within a functional academic curriculum.

The role emphasizes data-driven planning, implementing behavior support plans, and staying current with special education laws and best

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• Maine State Teacher Certificate with endorsements 286 or 282.
• CHRC clearance or eligibility as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs for assigned students in compliance with federal and state regulations
• Conduct and facilitate IEP meetings, ensuring collaboration with parents, general education teachers, related service providers, and other stakeholders
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress reports, assessments, and compliance records
• Design and deliver specialized instruction tailored to individual student needs within a functional academic curriculum
• Utilize evidence-based teaching strategies to promote student growth in academics, life skills, and social-emotional development
• Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and support students in developing self-regulation and social skills
• Collaborate with behavioral specialists, school counselors, general education teachers, and other support staff to address student needs
• Serve as the primary point of contact for families, ensuring consistent communication regarding student progress and needs
• Partner with transition coordinators, vocational training programs, and community agencies to support students' post-secondary planning
• Stay current with special education laws, policies, and best practices to ensure program compliance and effectiveness
• Participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to school-wide initiatives supporting students with disabilities
• Conduct formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress
• Use data to inform instruction and adjust IEPs and teaching strategies

Skills

IEP development and monitoring

Collaboration with parents and staff

Differentiated instruction

Technology for instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Maine State Teacher Certificate (Endorsements 286 or 282)

Job description

Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher, Resource Room - Deering High

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Job Details

Job ID: 5935638

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 3:17 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Title: Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher - Deering High

Position Overview:

Deering High Schoolis seeking an outstanding, collaborative Special Educator to teach students who qualify for resource-level needs. The successful candidate will be adept at providing an atmosphere and an environment conducive to the academic, social and emotional development of individuals that ensure equitable access to learning opportunities for all students. In addition, the successful candidate will develop and adjust curricular and instructional materials to monitor student progress and meet the needs of a range of learners. Communicating and interacting with students, parents, colleagues, and community members are essential in this role.

* This temporary position is available immediately and for an as yet unknown period. As dates become clearer, the posting will be updated.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs for assigned students in compliance with federal and state regulations
• Conduct and facilitate IEP meetings, ensuring collaboration with parents, general education teachers, related service providers, and other stakeholders
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress reports, assessments, and compliance records
• Design and deliver specialized instruction tailored to individual student needs within a functional academic curriculum
• Utilize evidence-based teaching strategies to promote student growth in academics, life skills, and social-emotional development
• Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and support students in developing self-regulation and social skills
• Collaborate with behavioral specialists, school counselors, general education teachers, and other support staff to address student needs
• Serve as the primary point of contact for families, ensuring consistent communication regarding student progress and needs
• Partner with transition coordinators, vocational training programs, and community agencies to support students' post-secondary planning
• Stay current with special education laws, policies, and best practices to ensure program compliance and effectiveness
• Participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to school-wide initiatives supporting students with disabilities
• Conduct formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress
• Use data to inform instruction and adjust IEPs and teaching strategies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and best practices
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in using technology and adaptive tools to support student learning
• Ability to differentiate instruction and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university
• Additional combinations of applicable education, training, and experience are welcome
• Portland Public Schools values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity

Credential Requirements:

• Maine State Teacher Certificate with at least one of the following endorsements: Endorsement 286 (Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities, PK-12), Endorsement 282 (Teacher of Children with Disabilities, 7-12).
• 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).

Employment Details:

• Calendar: School Year
• Schedule: Full Time, 1.0 FTE
• Assignment: Temporary (dates of coverage unknown)
• Wage: $37.25 per hour (teacher certification required for this rate)
• Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here

About Deering High:

We are a comprehensive public high school serving about 900 students. As one of the most diverse schools in Maine, we are committed to disrupting inequities in our community by creating a joyful place of learning designed to ensure that every student succeeds.

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:

Special Education > General Special Education

Substitute > Substitute

Welcome to Deering High School

Deering PrideWe have always known that Deering High is full of the best and brightest high school students in Maine, and to share our pride we recently compiled a list of successes by Deering High, our students and alumni. Please check out these incredible Ram achievements:

• Deering is the only Portland school to have a US Congressman as an alumnus.
• Deering has won the Turkey Bowl game for 8 of the last 9 years.
• A Deering alumna was nominated for an Oscar as Best Supporting Actress in 2010.
• We currently have 4 National Merit Scholarship students.
• Over 70% of Deering students taking Advanced Placement classes earn grades that enable them to receive college credit.
• Deering sports teams have won 23 State titles in the decade 2000 – 2009.
• In recent years Deering students have taken service learning trips to Ecuador, Peru and Guatemala.
• Deering Students were recently profiled in the Forecaster for their work with Habitat for Humanity.
• We have Forensic Science and Street Law classes.
• Deering Coaching is a program where each student connects with a teacher who will work towards that student’s success through all 4 years at Deering.
• Deering offers Computer Programming and AP Computer Science.
• A current Deering student earned the title of 2010-11 Miss Teen Maine.
• A current student earned the title of 2010 SMAA Student Athlete of the Year.
• We currently have 1022 students enrolled.
• A current student earned the title best clarinet player in Maine, and was selected for the All Eastern Orchestra.

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Contact Information

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

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