Middle School Teacher Jobs in Maine

A Middle School Teacher is an integral part of the elementary education industry, contributing to the academic and social development of students in grades 6-8. They design and deliver lesson plans, assess student performance, maintain classroom discipline, and communicate with parents about student progress. Besides teaching core subjects like English, Math, Science, and Social Studies, middle school teachers often help students navigate the challenges of adolescence. They are responsible for creating a positive learning environment and implementing various teaching methods to cater to different learning styles and abilities.

Important skills for a Middle School Teacher include strong communication and organizational skills, patience, creativity, and a passion for teaching. They should also have a strong understanding of child psychology and development. In terms of certification, all states require public middle school teachers to have at least a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or a related field, and to have completed a student-teaching program. Additionally, they must pass a teacher certification test. Prior to becoming a Middle School Teacher, a person may have roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Tutor, or even an Elementary School Teacher. These positions provide valuable experience in managing a classroom and developing effective teaching strategies.

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Life Science Teacher (Anatomy and Physiology/Biology) - Lewiston High School JobID: 3356 Position Type: Certified Professionals/High School Teacher Date Posted: 3/24/2025 Location: Lewiston High...

Long Term Substitute - BHS English Teacher

  • Brunswick, ME
  • 16 hours ago
  • Brunswick, ME
  • 16 hours ago

Brunswick High School is looking for a long term substitute for a english teacher position. The substitute will be responsible for assigned English classes. The date for this position begins May...

World Language/Spanish Teacher

  • Dyer Brook, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Dyer Brook, ME
  • 4 days ago

WORLD LANGAUGE/SPANISH GRADES 7-12 SHARED SERVICE RSU50/RSU89 FY 2025-2026 SEND LETTER OF INTEREST, CERTIFICATION AND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO: Superintendent Regional School Unit #50 922 Dyer...

High School Long-term Substitute Science Teacher, 2024-2025

  • Brewer, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Brewer, ME
  • 4 days ago

BREWER SCHOOL DEPARTMENT BREWER HIGH SCHOOL Long Term Substitute Teacher for Science - Approximately May to school-year end in mid-June The Brewer School Department is accepting applications for a...

Grade 6 Teacher - Geiger Elementary School

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 4 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student....

Math Teacher - Lewiston Middle School

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 4 days ago

SUMMARY : Instructs students in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able...

Teacher - Grade 6 Math/ELA

  • Carmel, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Carmel, ME
  • 5 days ago

RSU 87/MSAD 23 Caravel Middle School Grade 6 Teacher- Focus in Math and ELA 2025-2026 We are looking for someone to add to our team who is growth minded, knowledgeable and collaborative and who...

BRANCHES Middle School Teacher - Next STEP and LMS

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 6 days ago

BRANCHES Middle School Teacher - Next STEP and LMS JobID: 3242 Position Type: Certified Professionals/Middle School Teacher Date Posted: 11/17/2024 Location: Longley High School   Additional...

5/6 Math Teacher

  • Pittsfield, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • Pittsfield, ME
  • 6 days ago

MSAD #53 Warsaw Middle School is seeking a kind, compassionate, and motivated individual interested in teaching 5th and 6th grade looping mathematics. Suitable candidates will be well versed in...

Math Teacher - Mt. Ararat High School

  • Topsham, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Topsham, ME
  • 7 days ago

Welcome to Maine School Administrative District 75 (MSAD 75)! Serving Maine’s Midcoast communities of Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, and Topsham, MSAD 75 is home to over 2,350 students and more...

Math Teacher, High School .5 Fte

  • Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Old Orchard Beach, ME
  • 7 days ago

LOCATION: Old Orchard Beach High School POSITION TYPE AND STATUS: High School Math Teacher,.5 FTE Located a mile from the Atlantic Ocean and 15 minutes from Portland, RSU 23 is a 700 student,...

ELA Teacher - Middle School

  • Topsham, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Topsham, ME
  • 7 days ago

Welcome to Maine School Administrative District 75 (MSAD 75)! Serving Maines Midcoast communities of Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, and Topsham, MSAD 75 is home to over 2,350 students and more...

6-12 Health Teacher - Charles M Sumner Learning Campus - Rsu24

  • Sullivan, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Sullivan, ME
  • 7 days ago

The successful candidate will have a knowledge of differentiating instruction to meet the various needs of all learners....

Math Teacher - Sumner Middle School - RSU24

  • Sullivan, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Sullivan, ME
  • 7 days ago

Develop and implement differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of all students....

Middle School Teacher

  • Guilford, ME
  • 8 days ago
  • Guilford, ME
  • 8 days ago

. #4 Abbot, Cambridge, Guilford, Parkman, Sangerville, Wellington Opening for 2025-2026 Middle School Teacher - Grades 7-8 (Interested candidates should make out an SAD #4 application plus send a letter...

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Salary for Middle School Teacher Jobs in Maine

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Middle School Teachers in Maine offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.8%
Bachelor's Degree
39.3%
Doctorate Degree
6.4%
Associate's Degree
1.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Middle School Teachers in Maine
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
24.5%
None
22.3%
4-6 years
11.3%
2-4 years
6.0%


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