Long-Term Substitute Math Teacher; Semester - Deering

Position: Long-Term Substitute Math Teacher (Spring Semester 2026) - Deering High
Position Type:
TEACHER-HIGH SCHOOL CLASSROOM/MATH, GRADES 9-12

Date Posted:
12/23/2025

Location:
Deering High School

Date Available:
01/20/2026

Closing Date:
Open until filledTITLE: Long-Term Substitute Math Teacher (Spring Semester 2025) - Deering High

POSITION OVERVIEW:

** PPS is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Math Teacher at Deering High School. Anticipated dates of coverage are:
January 20-June 18, 2026.*
* Deering is hiring a long-term substitute math teacher to join our team for the spring semester. We are a comprehensive public high school serving about 800 students. As the most diverse school 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.

We are seeking a Math teacher with a demonstrated commitment to equitable teaching practices, a willingness to collaborate closely with others, and the ability to teach to high standards in a heterogeneous classroom. The course load for this position contains USM Calculus A and Algebra 2.

Experience with Illustrative Mathematics or Amplify Desmos classes are preferred assets. Experience working with Multilingual Learners is preferred, but not required.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implementing state learning standards and Deering curricula and assessments to give all students access to rigorous and engaging grade-level work
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to improve student outcomes through analysis of student work, adjustments in instruction, and shared teaching strategies
• Managing behavior in a way that aligns to school-wide expectations and protocols, and is clear, consistent, equitable, and student-centered
• Establishing and maintaining a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of PPS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, PPS policies, and effective instructional practices
• Experience with proficiency-based grading, including developing high-quality assessments aligned to student-friendly rubrics
• Strong understanding of the mechanics of effective pedagogy and experience using differentiation strategies to teach heterogeneous classes
• Demonstrated willingness to collaborate with colleagues, including ELL and Special Ed teachers, to design effective lessons and assessments
• Ability to teach with cultural humility, through questioning deeply held beliefs and viewpoints, and grappling with conflicting perspectives
• Willingness and ability to use technology to teach and communicate with students and families
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND

EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in the applicable field of education from an accredited college or university
• Masters degree preferred

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info)
• Maine State Teacher Certificate with 300 Endorsement (Mathematics, 7-12) (more info)

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.