Substitute - Short Term

Biddeford and Dayton Schools & Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative

Dayton (ME)

On-site

USD 23,062 - 25,830

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Opportunity for long-term assignments

Competitive daily rates

Job summary

A regional educational organization in Dayton, ME is seeking dedicated Substitute Teachers for flexible assignments. Candidates must have at least a High School Diploma and the ability to manage classroom environments effectively. Responsibilities include providing instruction per lesson plans and maintaining a safe space for students. Competitive daily rates offered for certified and non-certified roles, with opportunities for long-term placements. Join a thriving educational community focused on quality learning experiences.

Qualifications

Must have a Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) with fingerprints.
High School Diploma allows serving as substitute for limited days.
Certified teachers can substitute without time limits.

Responsibilities

Instruct students in the absence of the regular teacher.
Maintain a safe and orderly classroom environment.
Communicate effectively with parents and staff.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Effective communication

Student engagement

Classroom management

Organization

Education

High School Diploma

Two or more years of college

Teaching certification

Job description

Position Type: Substitute / Substitute Teacher
Date Posted: 7/21/2025
Location: Dayton Consolidated School

Biddefordand Dayton Schools are seeking: Substitute Teachers

Long‑term and per‑diem (by the day) assignments available
Flexible days
6‑7 hours per day
Select the school grade or subject you prefer
Request a tour of a school today

$125 per day non-certified
$140 per day for retired teachers and currently certified teachers subbing for Teachers
$140 Long‑term subs for a teacher, in one assignment for days 31‑90, (over 90 days is at the entry‑level teacher per diem rate)

See the attached file \"Getting Started as a Substitute\"

Dayton Consolidated School is a highly rated, public school located in DAYTON, ME. It has 118 students in grades PK, K-5 with a student‑teacher ratio of 10 to 1.

For more information about Dayton School, please visit www.daytonschool.org.

Essential duties and responsibilities

Instructs students and facilitates their learning in the absence of the regular teacher.

Provides classroom instruction to students as outlined in lesson plans.
Creates a classroom that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
Maintains a safe and orderly environment.
Maintains established routine of the school and classroom procedures in which assigned.
Maintains a professional appearance as an example to students.
Remains at school the entire school day, unless otherwise instructed to leave by building principal.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintains reasonable rules of conduct which encourage self‑discipline and responsibility.
Communicates effectively with parents when needed.
Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and times designated.

Qualification requirements

Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) which includes fingerprints on file with the Maine Department of Education.

Education and/or experience

High School Diploma – may serve 10 days in any one teaching assignment, up to 60 days per school year.
Two or more years of college – may serve as a substitute for up to 60 days per school year.
Certified teacher – may serve as substitute with no time limit in certification area/grade level only.
Certified teacher – may serve as substitute for up to 90 days per school year in certification areas outside of area of specialty.

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.

Dayton, Maine Community

Located near the Atlantic coastline beaches
Views of the Saco River
Less than 20 minutes south of the Greater Portland Area
Less than two hours north of Boston
The population of 1800 with 650 homes
Many recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking, biking, public parks, and kayaking

Equal opportunity

The School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district shall actively work to have the teacher and administrator workforce reflect the student body's diversity.

The School Department's selection will be based on those with the highest capabilities, the most vital commitment to quality education, and the greatest probability of effectively implementing the learning program. Therefore, selections will be made without consideration on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, parental status, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, membership in an employee organization, military service, political affiliation, and any other state or federal prohibitions.

For the purpose of this policy, \"sexual orientation\" means a person's actual or perceived heterosexuality, bisexuality, homosexuality, or gender identity or expression.

Criminal background check

All employees of Maine schools must be fingerprinted for a criminal history background check. Please create a login and create an account and make an appointment for a fingerprinting appointment at https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting.

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