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

TITLE: Wayfinders Teacher (Part-Time, 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 Teacher for the Wayfinders afterschool programs at Talbot and Rowe.

** 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.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.
• Skilled in positive behavior interventions and creating a restorative classroom culture.
• A comfort level with being outdoors and a desire to connect students with the natural world.

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 certification
• Must be currently employed by PPS as a Teacher, Instructional Coach, Teaching Specialist, or Culture and Climate Coordinator

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

• Schedule: 8-10 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 at PPS)

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

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