Teacher- Grade 1

Job Details

Job : 5848687

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Aug 25, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $44,860 to $87,600 Per Year

Teacher Job Description

Mountain Valley Community School is seeking an enthusiastic, student-centered educator to join our elementary team as a 1st Grade Teacher. We are looking for an individual who is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where every child is supported academically, socially, and emotionally.

• Plan and deliver high-quality, standards-based instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
• Create a positive classroom culture built on respect, high expectations, and meaningful relationships.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction and monitor student growth.
• Collaborate effectively with grade-level colleagues, special educators, interventionists, specialists, and families.
• Integrate social-emotional learning and positive behavior supports into daily instruction.
• Demonstrate flexibility, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Participate actively in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and other collaborative school initiatives.

• Valid Maine Department of Education Teacher Certification (020 - Elementary Education), or eligibility for certification.
• Knowledge of evidence-based literacy and mathematics instruction at the primary level.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with differentiated instruction, inclusive practices, and collaborative teaching is preferred.

• Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, proof of certification, three current letters of recommendation, and a completed district application through the district's online application system.
• Knowledge of best instructional practices for adolescent learners.
• Experience with BARR (Building Assets, Reducing Risks) preferred.

Mountain Valley Community School serves students in Pre-K through Grade 8 and is committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive. We value collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to helping all learners reach their full potential.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Dr. Carrie Luce , Principal
• Mountain Valley Community School
• Phone:
• Email: cluce