Long-Term Substitute 2nd Grade Teacher Talbot Community School

Long-Term Substitute 2nd Grade Teacher (April-June 2026) - Talbot Community School

Portland Public Schools Talbot Community School – Portland, Maine

Job : 5639807

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

TITLE: Long-Term Substitute 2nd Grade Teacher (April-June 2026) – Talbot Community School

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Portland Public Schools seeks a long-term substitute teacher for a 2nd‑grade class at Talbot Community School for the remainder of the 2025‑2026 school year (approx. dates of coverage: April 27 – June 22). Under the direction of the school principal, the substitute plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students. The role provides an atmosphere conducive to intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development, supervises students in various settings, monitors and evaluates outcomes, communicates with students, parents, staff, and community, develops and modifies instructional plans and materials, maintains records, follows procedures, and monitors use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.

• Knowledge of PPS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, PPS policies, and effective instructional practices
• Understanding of the teaching/learning process
• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education
• Ability to infuse technology into curriculum
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school‑based staff, students, parents, and community
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university

• Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info)
• Maine State Teacher Certification with one of the following endorsements (more info):
  • General Elementary, K-6 or K-8 (020)
  • Early Elementary, PK-3 (029)

• Assignment: Temporary (April 27 – June 22)
• Schedule: Full time, 1.0 FTE
• Wage: $36.43 / hour (certification required for this rate)
• Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here

Gerald

E. Talbot Community School is a Pre‑K through Grade 5 school of nearly 400 students, named in honor of Gerald

E. Talbot, one of the most cherished and respected community leaders in Portland, ME. The school serves a diverse population of learners who come from around the world, speaking 23 different languages. Talbot is a Title I school and also recognized by the MDOE as a community school, focused on meeting both academic and broader developmental needs, including physical and mental health, social and community engagement, and family support.

The building also hosts a district life skills program, a Portland Public Library branch, a Greater Portland Health dental office, and the Recreation Department’s community swimming pool.

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.