Position Title: 4-8 ESOL Part Time Teacher
Location: Shapleigh School
Reports to: Curriculum Coordinator
Position Start Date: 2025/26 School Year
Required Certification: CHRC & Maine DOE 660 endorsement and certified K-12 ESL
Application Deadline: Until Suitable Candidate is Found
The Kittery School District is currently seeking a Part Time English to Speakers of Other Language (ESOL) teacher for the 2025/26 school year. This position is at Shapleigh School (grades 4-8).
The ideal candidate for this position must hold a MAINE DOE 66o endorsement or be eligible for it(certified in K-12 in ESL). Ability to speak Spanish is helpful, but not essential.
The candidate must be able to pass a background test through the State of Maine Education Department.
Responsibilities:
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for small group instruction
- Assess individual needs
- Facilitate ILAP meetings
- Collaborate with classroom teachers and grade level teams to coordinate services and provide support to students within the grade-level curriculum
- Communicate and engage with families, helping to create a school-to home relationship
- Travel between buildings
- Create district-wide ESOL services based on state-issued guidelines
- Conduct ACCESS testing
Requirements
- 660 Endorsement
- Shows understanding of the language acquisition process
- Coordinates the identification of English Learners (certified to administer the WIDA Screener)
- Sensitive to cultural backgrounds and identities
Required Application Materials:
Completed Applitrack Application
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts (Not required for School Nutrition or Custodial positions)
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application; Official transcripts will be required upon job offer.
A copy of current certification (if applicable)
3 current letters of reference
Letters of reference must be dated, signed, and written within the last 3 years
Internal candidates may apply in writing to humanresources@kitteryschools.com
Internal candidates email must include the following in one email:
Resume
Cover letter
Current certification
2 current letters of reference
Letters of reference must be dated, signed, and written within the last year
The Kittery School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. The Kittery School District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.