Wayfinders Teaching Site Coordinator (Part-Time, After School) – Positions at Rowe and Talbot [INTERNAL ONLY]

Portland Public Schools; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools is seeking a Teaching Site Coordinator to run the Wayfinders afterschool program at Rowe and Talbot for the 26-27 school year. This internal, part-time role focuses on delivering hands-on STEM and literacy activities, supervising a small team, and maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, communicating with families and staff, collecting data for reporting, and ensuring grant requirements are met.

Qualifications

• Coach educators to deliver high-quality, hands-on curriculum.
• Provide real-time behavior management support that empowers teachers and fosters a positive student environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage schedules and logistics.
• Excellent communication with teachers, students, families, and partners.
• Experience in hands-on STEM education.

Responsibilities

• Teach during program times and support lesson delivery.
• Lead engaging lessons and adapt curriculum for diverse learners.
• Coordinate with Maine Audubon and staff to ensure high-quality programming.
• Create a warm, inclusive learning environment.
• Supervise a team of educators and partners during after-school activities.
• Ensure safety and engagement during outdoor activities.
• Train and support staff, oversee attendance tracking and data collection.
• Communicate with families and school staff regularly.
• Meet 21st CCLC grant requirements and manage staffing schedules.

Skills

Coaching educators

Behavior management

Organizational skills

Communication

Hands-on learning

Relationship building

Education

Current Maine teacher certification (020/029)

Maine CHRC authorization

Job description

Wayfinders Teaching Site Coordinator (Part-Time, After School) Positions at Rowe and Talbot [INTERNAL ONLY]

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Job Description

TITLE: Wayfinders Teaching Site Coordinator (After School) Positions at Rowe and Talbot

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

The Wayfinders program is a 21st Century CLC grant-funded initiative hosted at Gerald E. Talbot Community School and Amanda C. Rowe Elementary School. The program primarily serves academically eligible 2nd through 5th-grade students from both schools. In partnership with Maine Audubon, we are building a curriculum that engages students in STEM and nature through hands-on experiences. Beyond science, we integrate literacy, social-emotional growth, youth leadership, nutrition, outdoor recreation, and the arts to provide a well-rounded out-of-school time experience. In its initial year, our goal is to provide outstanding programming for 80+ students.

The program will run Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri from September to May. Talbot hours will be 2:10-4:10 pm and Rowe hours will be Rowe: 3:30-5:30 pm. Our goal for the 26-27 school year is to have 2 classrooms of 20 students at each school. Each school will have a team made up of 1 Teaching Site Coordinator, 1 Teacher, 1 Ed Tech, and 1 Maine Audubon Educator.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are currently seeking a Teaching Site Coordinator to run our Wayfinders afterschool program during its inaugural year. There are two positions available, one based at Rowe and one based at Talbot.

** IMPORTANT: THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSITION. EXTERNAL APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. **

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach during program times (M,T,Th,F)
  • Talbot: 2:-10-4:10pm
  • Rowe: 3:30-5:30pm.
• Available for clean up/prep/team check ins up to 30 mins after program each day. Additional hours may be worked before or after the program, or on days when programming does not occur.
• Lead engaging, hands-on lessons (in collaboration with Maine Audubon) and adapt curriculum to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners.
• Create a positive and fun classroom environment.
• Work side-by-side with other educators and community partners to ensure seamless, high-quality programming.
• Cultivate a warm, inclusive learning community by integrating restorative practices with developmentally appropriate classroom management.
• Ensure student safety and engagement during outdoor explorations and physical activities.
• Train, supervise, and support a team of educators and partners who will be running the nature-and STEM-based programming
• Implement a safe, fun, and engaging program
• Communicate with enrolled families and school staff on a regular basis
• Ensure all 21st CCLC grant requirements are met
• Establish staffing schedules and communicate effectively with staff
• Oversee student arrival/dismissal and attendance tracking
• Collect and organize data (surveys, assessments, and attendance) to measure program impact and fulfill reporting requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to coach educators in delivering high-quality, hands-on curriculum
• Skilled in providing real-time behavior management support that empowers teachers and fosters a positive student environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage schedules and logistics
• Ability to communicate with clarity, empathy, and professionalism across all levels, including teachers, students, families, and partners
• Experience in (or a passion for) hands-on, project-based learning and STEM education
• Ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, and families

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Current Maine teacher certification required (020 or 029 preferred)
• 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
• Must be currently employed by PPS as a Teacher, Instructional Coach, Teaching Specialist, or Culture and Climate Coordinator

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

• Schedule: 20 hours per week
• Assignment: Temporary (for the 26-27 school year), with the possibility of extending into future school years
• Rate of pay: $40.00 per hour (separate from employee's existing rate of pay as teacher PPS)

** REMINDER: THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSITION. EXTERNAL APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. **

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Position Type:

Part-time

Job Categories:

Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Contact Information

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