Elementary Teacher Jobs in Maine

An Elementary Teacher plays a significant role in the elementary education sector by providing basic education to children typically aged between 5 and 12 years. They create lesson plans, teach students in various subjects such as Math, Reading, Science, Social Studies, and more. Elementary Teachers are responsible for assessing students' abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, tracking their progress, and nurturing their academic and social development. They often coordinate with parents, school administration, and other teachers to ensure a supportive learning environment for the students.

For this role, a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education is required, and most states require Elementary Teachers to also hold a state-issued certification or license. Key skills required include patience, creativity, adaptability, and excellent communication and organizational skills. Familiarity with different teaching strategies and methods as well as a solid understanding of child psychological development are also crucial. Prior to becoming an Elementary Teacher, one might assume roles such as a Teacher's Assistant, Substitute Teacher, or even a Tutor, providing a foundation of experience in educational settings.

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5th Grade Classroom Teacher - Alfred Elementary School

  • Waterboro, ME
  • 3 hours ago
  • Waterboro, ME
  • 3 hours ago

Regional School Unit 57 Title: 5th Grade Teacher Qualifications: 1. Bachelors degree in specific area of teaching 2. Holds appropriate Maine Department of Education Certification 3. Specific...

Elementary Teacher Grade 5

  • Standish, ME
  • 18 hours ago
  • Standish, ME
  • 18 hours ago

MSAD 6 is seeking a dynamic Elementary Teacher Grade 5 to join the instructional staff at George E. Jack School Standish, Maine, for the 2025-2026 school year....

Teacher - Grade 4

  • Carmel, ME
  • 19 hours ago
  • Carmel, ME
  • 19 hours ago

RSU 87/MSAD 23 Carmel Elementary School - Carmel Grade 4 Teacher 2025-2026 The Carmel Elementary School is seeking a Grade 4 teacher (certified preferred). The ideal candidate will be skilled at...

Elementary Classroom Teacher

  • Fairfield, ME
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fairfield, ME
  • 19 hours ago

MSAD 49 is looking for dynamic elementary teacher....

Grade 1 Teacher - Thomaston Grammar School

  • Rockland, ME
  • 19 hours ago
  • Rockland, ME
  • 19 hours ago

Regional School Unit 13 Grade 1 Teacher Thomaston Grammar School, Thomaston, ME Regional School Unit 13 is searching for a full time Grade 1 Teacher. The successful candidate will be able to...

MVCS- PT- Gifted/Talented Teacher- Elementary Level

  • Mexico, ME
  • 19 hours ago
  • Mexico, ME
  • 19 hours ago

Mountain Valley Middle School in Mexico, ME is looking for a PT- GT(Gifted/Talented) Teacher (690 certification)FT, to work as part of the education team. We are looking for professionals who love...

HSES- Teacher Grade 2 or Grade 4

  • Hartford, ME
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hartford, ME
  • 19 hours ago

Hartford/Sumner Elementary School in Sumner, ME is looking for a Grade 2 Teacher or Grade 4 (#020 Certification/Endorsement) to work as part of the education team. We are looking for professionals...

Teacher - Grade 2 Long-Term Sub

  • Carmel, ME
  • 20 hours ago
  • Carmel, ME
  • 20 hours ago

RSU 87/MSAD 23 Carmel Elementary School - Carmel Grade 2 Teacher Long-Term Substitute 2025-2026 The Carmel Elementary School is seeking a Grade 2 teacher long- term substitute (certified...

MVCS/RES- Grade 3 Teacher

  • Rumford, ME
  • 20 hours ago
  • Rumford, ME
  • 20 hours ago

Mountain Valley Community School/Rumford Elementary School in Rumford, ME is looking for a Grade 3 Teacher (#020 Certification/Endorsement) to work as part of the amazing education team. We are...

Grade 1 Teacher - Anticipated Opening

  • Etna, ME
  • 23 hours ago
  • Etna, ME
  • 23 hours ago

Grade 1 Teacher - Anticipated Opening Regional School Unit #19 Etna-Dixmont School - Etna, Maine This job is also posted in Regional School Unit #19 Job Details Job ID:5303671 Application...

2nd Grade Teacher - Madison Elementary School

  • Madison, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, ME
  • 1 day ago

Grade 1 Teacher Madison Elementary School Madison Elementary School, a PreK2 school in MSAD 59, is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Grade 2 Teacher to join our team. This is a wonderful opportunity...

4th Grade Teacher - Main Street Middle School

  • Madison, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, ME
  • 1 day ago

MSAD/RSU 59, in Madison Maine, on the banks of the Kennebec River, is seeking a full-time 4th Grade Teacher. Date Available: August 2025 Qualifications: Maine State General Elementary 020 (K-8)...

Classroom Teacher - Grade 5

  • New Sharon, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • New Sharon, ME
  • 3 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction Conducts ongoing assessment of student...

#2953 4th grade Elementary Classroom Teacher

  • Biddeford, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Biddeford, ME
  • 5 days ago

Full Job Description Certification/License: Maine Department of Education Certification - Elementary Teacher Criminal History Record Check (CHRC), which includes Fingerprints on file with the Maine...

Grade 3 teacher

  • Hampden, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Hampden, ME
  • 5 days ago

The following position is available the start of the 2025-26 school year. GEORGE B. WEATHERBEE SCHOOL Grade 3 Teacher Appropriate Maine Certification, CHRC required Please submit the Teacher...

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