Part-Time Pre-K STEM/Literacy Teacher

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

Job summary

Servingschools in Saco, ME is seeking a passionate part-time Pre-K STEM & Literacy Teacher to provide developmentally appropriate instruction across six Pre-K classrooms. The role focuses on foundational STEM and early literacy while fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.

The position offers a daily schedule of ~7 hours, two days per week, starting ASAP, with compensation based on experience and the collective bargaining agreement. Maine DOE endorsement is required.

Qualifications

• Maine DOE 081 Early Childhood endorsement is required.
• Experience working with Pre-K aged children in a classroom or early childhood setting is preferred.
• Strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practices in early STEM and literacy instruction.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver 40 minute STEM and literacy-focused lessons to six Pre-K classrooms daily.
• Design hands-on, play-based activities aligned with Maine guidelines and Pre-K for ME standards.
• Participate in school-wide duties, team meetings, and professional development.
• Monitor and assess student progress through observation and documentation; adjust instruction as needed.
• Foster a nurturing, inclusive environment supporting social-emotional and academic growth.

Skills

Early childhood education

STEM instruction

Literacy instruction

Team collaboration

Observation & assessment

Education

Maine DOE 081 Early Childhood endorsement

Job description

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Part-Time (Daily Schedule, approx. 7 hours/day, 2 days/week)

Location: Saco Pre-K

Position Summary

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic part-time Pre-K STEM & Literacy Teacher to join our early childhood team. In this specialist-style role, you will provide engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction to six Pre-K classrooms daily, focusing on foundational skills in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), and early literacy.

This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who thrives in a collaborative setting, enjoys working with young learners, and is eager to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in our youngest students.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver 40 minute STEM and literacy-focused lessons to six Pre-K classrooms each school day.
• Design activities that are hands‑on, play‑based, and aligned with Maine Early Learning Guidelines and Pre-K for ME standards.
• Participate in school‑wide duties, team meetings, and professional development.
• Monitor and assess student progress through observation and documentation, adjusting instruction as needed.
• Foster a nurturing, inclusive environment that supports the social‑emotional and academic growth of Pre-K students.

Qualifications

• Maine DOE 081 ? Early Childhood endorsement (required).
• Experience working with Pre-K aged children in a classroom or early childhood setting (preferred).
• Strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practices, especially in early STEM and literacy instruction.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with young children, colleagues, and families.
• Creativity, flexibility, and enthusiasm for early childhood education.

Compensation

Based on experience and Education, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Teacher - Salary Range - $46,119 - $83,057

FLSA Status: Exempt

Equal Opportunity Employment

Saco School Department is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment. We encourage applications from qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.