Grade One Classroom Teacher - Kate Furbish Elementary School chez Brunswick School Department

Kate Furbish Elementary School is a large, nature-based and nurturing learning community- serving students from PreK through Grade 2 in Brunswick, Maine.  We are committed to fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in every child. Our staff is passionate about early childhood development and dedicated to creating an inclusive and joyful classroom experience.  We proudly implement the Maine Department of Education’s For ME program in all of our classrooms, which provide rich, developmentally appropriate learning experiences designed to support whole-child growth.   Intentional play is an integral part of our day.

We are seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and experienced primary class teacher to join our grade one team. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of early childhood education, a passion for helping young learners grow academically, socially, and emotionally and a commitment to collaboration. 

Required Maine State Department of Education Certifications:

• 020 or 029 Elementary Teacher Certification 

Desired candidates will:

• Have successful early elementary instructional experience
• Utilize a collaborative mindset and a positive, flexible attitude
• Demonstrate familiarity with or willingness to learn Maine DOE’s For ME program and philosophy
• Foster a safe and inclusive classroom environment, supportive of academic and social learning
• Show a strong understanding of child development and early literacy/numeracy practices
• Use formative and summative assessments to guide instruction and provide meaningful feedback
• Collaborate with colleagues, specialists, and families to support student success
• Communicate regularly to share progress and celebrate milestones
• Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to school-wide initiatives

Please electronically submit a completed application, current resume, copies of certification and transcripts, three current letters of recommendation, and a cover letter explaining why specifically you are a match for being a grade one classroom teacher in our PreK-Grade 2 school by October 14th.

Applications will be reviewed through October 14th, but the position will remain open until filled.

The Brunswick School Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, or physical or mental disability in admission to, access to, treatment in or employment in its programs and activities.