Grade 3 Teacher

About the role

Deer Isle Stonington Elementary School (DISES) is a small, rural elementary school serving approximately 250 students from preschool through eighth grade. Located in Deer Isle, Maine, DISES is part of a beautiful coastal community just east of Penobscot Bay along the Eggemoggin Reach. Our school community is fortunate to enjoy the picturesque beaches, trails, and historical landmarks that surround us, enriching both our personal lives and educational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with state standards for the grade you are teaching in core subjects including reading, writing, math, and science
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to engage students and meet diverse learning styles
• Audit and monitor student progress regularly, adjusting instruction to support growth
• Foster a positive classroom community that encourages curiosity, respect, and confidence
• Communicate effectively with families about student progress and classroom activities
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in school-wide initiatives and professional development
• Support social-emotional learning and help build a safe, inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of literacy and numeracy development for early elementary students
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in education
• Proven experience working with students with diverse learning needs
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Criminal History Record Check (CHRC)

Benefits

Competitive compensation based upon experience and current collective bargaining agreement, link to collective bargaining agreement: CSD Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply. Please submit all necessary materials to the SU76 Central Office, Jessica Judkins: jjudkins@su76.org

Application Requirements:

• Application form fully completed
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Copies of Maine certification
• Copies of transcript(s)
• Example of teaching philosophy or demonstration
• Three letters of recommendation
• Explanation of gaps in employment over the past 10 years
• Explanation to answering YES to any of the questions on the background check

If you have difficulty accessing the application links here, please visit the School Union 76 Website and navigate to the employment page to download and complete the required application.

For further direction on Maine Certification through the DOE, please use the following links:

• Apply for certification
• Renew certification