Long-Term Substitute Math Teacher (Spring Semester 2026)

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JobID: 5337

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 filled

TITLE: 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)

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