About this role
TITLE: Wayfinders Teaching Site Coordinator (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 Teaching Site Coordinator to run our Wayfinders afterschool program during its inaugural year. There are two positions available, one based at Rowe and one based at Talbot. ** 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. Additional hours may be worked before or after the program, or on days when programming does not occur. • 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. • Train, supervise, and support a team of educators and partners who will be running the nature- and STEM-based programming • Implement a safe, fun, and engaging program • Communicate with enrolled families and school staff on a regular basis • Ensure all 21st CCLC grant requirements are met • Establish staffing schedules and communicate effectively with staff • Oversee student arrival/dismissal and attendance tracking • Collect and organize data (surveys, assessments, and attendance) to measure program impact and fulfill reporting requirements QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to coach educators in delivering high-quality, hands-on curriculum • Skilled in providing real-time behavior management support that empowers teachers and fosters a positive student environment • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage schedules and logistics • Ability to communicate with clarity, empathy, and professionalism across all levels, including teachers, students, families, and partners • 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 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 Teacher certification
• Must be currently employed by PPS as a Teacher, Instructional Coach, Teaching Specialist, or Culture and Climate Coordinator EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
• Schedule: 20 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 PPS) ** REMINDER: THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSITION. EXTERNAL APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. ** -- Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.