Secondary English Teacher

Job Title: Secondary English Teacher (Grades 6–12)

Organization: Greater Portland Christian School

Location: South Portland, Maine

Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time 26-27’ school year (Flexible based on candidate qualifications)

About Greater Portland Christian School

Greater Portland Christian School is a mission-driven community dedicated to partnering with families and churches to provide an excellent education through a biblical worldview. We are located in South Portland, Maine, and serve a diverse body of students who are eager to learn about God’s creation.

The Opportunity

Do you have a passion for teaching English and a heart for Christian education? Greater Portland Christian School is looking for serious, mission-minded educators to join our secondary team. Whether you are a veteran teacher looking for a full-time home, or a specialist looking to teach a few specific courses, we want to talk to you. 

We are seeking a dedicated and spiritually mature Secondary English Teacher to join our faculty. This is more than a teaching position; it is an opportunity for ministry and discipleship. We are looking for an educator who can teach the English language with academic rigor while seamlessly integrating a biblical worldview, helping students see the order and beauty of God’s design in the natural world.

Scope of the Role

The appropriate candidate(s) will be able to teach the breadth of Secondary English to students in 6th-12th grades. Topics include:

• Literature
• Writing
• Handwriting
• Grammar
• Public Speaking

Note on Flexibility: We recognize that covering multiple disciplines across middle and high school is a significant undertaking. We are open to creative staffing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based English lessons that integrate biblical truth.
• Assess student progress and communicate effectively with parents and administration.
• Serve as a Christian role model, mentoring students in their spiritual and academic walk.

Qualifications

• Certification: Must hold current State of Maine teacher certification (or be eligible for immediate certification).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field.
• Faith: Must be an active member of a Bible-based Christian denomination and adhere to the GPCS Statement of Faith and biblical worldview.
• Skills: Strong classroom management and a passion for making English accessible to students of varying ability levels.

How to Apply

We are considering all serious inquiries immediately. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your testimony and philosophy of Christian education to: head@gpcs.net