Reports to: Chief of Teaching and Learning

Location: 123 Darling Ave, South Portland, Maine

Start Date: On or About August 10, 2026

Contract Length: 10 Months 

MOXIE Public Schools is seeking founding Core Lead Teachers in secondary English Language Arts, Mathematics, Special Education or ESOL/Multilingual Education to launch our first site in fall 2026. Dual certification is highly preferred.

As a MOXIE teacher, you’ll join a dynamic, equity-driven team creating a new kind of public school—one that combines rigorous, competency-based foundational instruction with real-world interdisciplinary projects and long-term advising relationships. You’ll work in an environment that honors both collaboration and clarity, with shared curriculum, strong systems, and an uncompromising focus on student growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction & Student Learning

• Deliver daily, high-quality instruction in ELA or Math aligned to MOXIE’s standards and curriculum

• Use data to identify learner needs and adapt instruction, supporting students’ mastery of academic competencies

• Plan instruction and learning experiences aligned to shared curriculum with a multidisciplinary teaching team

• Co-lead interdisciplinary Learning Experience projects that integrate academic standards, durable skills, and real-world inquiry

• Manage and mentor instructional support staff (e.g. small-group educators, interventionists, tutors) working with students in your content area

• Support students in developing and achieving individual learning goals through advisory and mentoring structures

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in daily planning and routine collaborative data cycles to assess student learning and plan interventions

• Share ownership for student outcomes across subject areas and grade levels

• Engage in professional learning aligned with inclusive, mastery-based, and project-based instructional practices

School Culture & Founding Work

• Build deep relationships with students, families, and colleagues as a foundation for learning

• Serve as a visible school leader, modeling MOXIE’s values and norms

• Participate in recruitment, enrollment, and community engagement events

• Contribute to the design and evolution of MOXIE’s learning model and school practices

Qualifications

Required

• Active Maine certification (or eligibility by July 2026) in grades 6-12 (including 5-8 or 7-12) in:

• 6–12 English Language Arts or

• 6–12 Mathematics or

• 6-12 Special Education or 

• 6-12 Multilingual Learners (ESOL/ESL)

• Demonstrated track record of supporting diverse learners to achieve academic growth

• Strong collaboration and planning skills; comfort working in a team-teaching environment

• Experience using data to inform instruction and drive action

• Deep commitment to educational equity, student-centered practice, and results

Preferred

• Dual certification in core subject area and Special Education or Multilingual Learners (ESOL/ESL)

• Experience with:

• Competency-based learning and assessment

• Inclusive and trauma-informed teaching practices

• Advisory systems or long-term student mentoring

• Founding or reimagining school models

• Comfort operating in dynamic, evolving school environments

What You’ll Get at MOXIE

• Competitive salary and full benefits

• Sustainable teaching load with real planning and collaboration time built into the daily schedule

• Professional growth through coaching, co-planning, and learning in inclusive and innovative practice

• A powerful mission and role in building a better future for Maine learners

What We Expect from You

• Deep belief in and commitment to MOXIE’s four core design principles: Diversity. Sustainability. Relationships. Relevance.

• Ownership for student results across academics, confidence, and purpose

• Willingness to co-create and continuously improve a new public school model

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via this form.

MOXIE Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those historically underrepresented in education. MOXIE does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

MOXIE is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of employment, including the application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at info@moxiepublicschools.me.