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Infographic showing various Part Time Kindergarten Teacher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,082 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Part-Time Pre-K STEM/Literacy Teacher

Saco School Department

Saco, ME • On-site

$46K - $83K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

Position Type:
Early Childhood/Pre-K Teacher
Date Posted:
8/14/2026
Location:
Preschool
Part-Time Pre-K STEM & Literacy Teacher
Location: Saco Pre-K
Start Date: August 24, 2026
Hours: Part-Time (Daily Schedule, approx. 7 hours/day, 2 days/week)
Position Summary:
We are seeking a passionate and dynamic part-time Pre-K STEM & Literacy Teacher to join our early childhood team. In this specialist-style role, you will provide engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction to six Pre-K classrooms daily, focusing on foundational skills in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), and early literacy.
This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who thrives in a collaborative setting, enjoys working with young learners, and is eager to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in our youngest students.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Plan and deliver 40 minute STEM and literacy-focused lessons to six Pre-K classrooms each school day.
  • Design activities that are hands-on, play-based, and aligned with Maine Early Learning Guidelines and Pre-K for ME standards.
  • Participate in school-wide duties, team meetings, and professional development.
  • Monitor and assess student progress through observation and documentation, adjusting instruction as needed.
  • Foster a nurturing, inclusive environment that supports the social-emotional and academic growth of Pre-K students.

Qualifications:
  • Maine DOE 081 - Early Childhood endorsement (required).
  • Experience working with Pre-K aged children in a classroom or early childhood setting (preferred).
  • Strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practices, especially in early STEM and literacy instruction.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with young children, colleagues, and families.
  • Creativity, flexibility, and enthusiasm for early childhood education.
    Compensation
    Based on experience and Education, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement
    Teacher - Salary Range - $46,119 - $83,057
    FLSA Status:Exempt
    Equal Opportunity Employment
    Saco School Department is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment. We encourage applications from qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.