Portland Public Schools
Portland Public Schools

60 Portland Public Schools Science Lab Assistant Jobs Hiring Near You

Bus Driver Trainee

Portland, OR · On-site

$19.18 - $23.53/hr

Portland Public Schools is hiring Bus Driver Trainees to join our Operations team! No commercial ... While in training, you will work 30 hours per week year-round as a Bus Assistant and Van Driver ...

Bus Driver Trainee

Portland, OR · On-site

$19.18 - $23.53/hr

Portland Public Schools is hiring Bus Driver Trainees to join our Operations team! No commercial ... While in training, you will work 30 hours per week year-round as a Bus Assistant and Van Driver ...

Director of Accounting

Portland, MI · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, the Director of Accounting manages the accounting function of Portland Public schools including ensuring accuracy and reconciliation of all general ledger ...

Bus Driver Trainee

Portland, ME · On-site

$19.18 - $23.53/hr

Portland Public Schools is hiring Bus Driver Trainees to join our Operations team! No commercial ... While in training, you will work 30 hours per week year-round as a Bus Assistant and Van Driver ...

Director of Accounting

Portland, ME · On-site +1

$110K - $125K/yr

Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, the Director of Accounting manages the accounting function of Portland Public schools including ensuring accuracy and reconciliation of all general ledger ...

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What is it like to work at Portland Public Schools?

Portland Public Schools is a district that prioritizes equity, diversity, and community engagement, fostering a culture of inclusivity and social responsibility among its staff and students.

The district operates with a decentralized structure, allowing schools to maintain autonomy while receiving support from central offices, and offers a range of professional development opportunities to help educators grow in their careers. The district's mission is to provide a high-quality education that prepares students for success in college, careers, and life.

Working at Portland Public Schools may appeal to candidates who are passionate about education, committed to serving diverse student populations, and eager to contribute to a district that values collaboration, creativity, and community involvement.

What makes Portland Public Schools an attractive place to work?

Portland Public Schools is a prominent educational institution in the Pacific Northwest, committed to providing high-quality education to its students and fostering a supportive learning environment. The district offers a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture, with opportunities for professional growth and development, as well as a focus on innovation and student-centered learning. By joining Portland Public Schools, individuals can contribute to the district's mission of preparing students for success and making a positive impact in their community.

Do workers at Portland Public Schools (Oregon) get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
78% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Does Portland Public Schools (Oregon) pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
79% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from Portland Public Schools (Oregon) affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Portland Public Schools (Oregon)?

Most people get paid time off work.
67% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and April 2026.

Do workers at Portland Public Schools (Oregon) worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
89% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do Portland Public Schools (Oregon) workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
80% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Portland Public Schools (Oregon)?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
38% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do Portland Public Schools (Oregon) managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
80% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

Do jobs at Portland Public Schools (Oregon) spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Sometimes. The job can spill into unpaid time.
36% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Portland Public Schools (Oregon)?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
86% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Portland Public Schools (Oregon) feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
73% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Portland Public Schools (Oregon) get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
43% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Portland Public Schools (Oregon)?

Most people feel stressed here.
87% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Portland Public Schools (Oregon) enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
36% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Portland Public Schools (Oregon) recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
44% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Portland Public Schools (Oregon)?

Most people didn’t get enough training when they started.
79% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Portland Public Schools (Oregon)?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 54% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people think Portland Public Schools (Oregon)’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
93% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Portland Public Schools (Oregon) is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
57% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

What are the most popular categories at Portland Public Schools?

Infographic showing various Science Lab Assistant job openings at Portland Public Schools in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, and 22% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Elementary ESOL Teacher (1 Year Only) - Ocean Ave Elementary

Portland Public Schools

Portland, ME • On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 hours ago


Key responsibilities

  • Provide English language instruction aligned with WIDA standards and the Common Core to meet grade-level expectations for multilingual learners and dual language learners.

  • Collaborate with general education teachers to enhance students' acquisition of English in all language domains and support participation in content classes.

  • Use school and student data to inform instruction and programming supports for multilingual learners and dual language learners.


Portland Public Schools (Oregon) rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

198th of 640 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

Position Type:
WORLD LANGUAGE/ELL/ELL TEACHER
Date Posted:
8/5/2026
Location:
Ocean Avenue Elementary School
Date Available:
08/24/2026
Closing Date:
Open until filled
TITLE: Elementary ESOL Teacher (1 Year Only) - Ocean Avenue Elementary
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Portland Public Schools seeks a skilled ESOL Teacher to join the team at Ocean Ave Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. ESOL Teachers in Portland Public Schools:
  • Provide and support rigorous and appropriate English language instruction aligned with the WIDA English Language Proficiency & Standards and the Common Core to meet grade-level expectations for MLs/DLLs, including newcomers
  • Collaborate with general education teachers to enhance acquisition of English in all language domains necessary to participate and make progress in general education content classes
  • Provide ongoing staff development on language acquisition, acculturation, sheltered instruction, and effective practices in teaching MLs/DLLs
  • Use school and student level data to inform instruction and programming supports for MLs/DLLs.

Our ESOL teachers are expected to be culturally responsive and effective communicators with students, parents, and staff.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
A successful candidate will also have:
  • Extensive knowledge of, and experience with, the cultures and languages of our students and families
  • Excellent interpersonal skills in order to collaborate effectively with all general education teachers and other educational support staff
  • The ability to provide ongoing staff development and leadership as a specialist of language development
  • Expertise in building relationships with multilingual families

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university
  • Additional combinations of applicable education, training, and experience are welcome
  • SIOP training and/or experience working with Multilingual Learners is preferred
  • Portland Public Schools values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:
  • Maine State Teacher Certificate with Endorsement 660 (ESOL, PK-12) (more info)
  • Maine State CHRC authorization (more info) **
    • **if you already have an active teacher certification, you do not need a separate CHRC as this clearance is tied to your teacher certification

PREFERRED CREDENTIALS:
  • Maine State teaching certification with one of the following age-appropriate endorsements:
    • 081 Early Childhood Teacher (0-K)
    • 282 Students with Disabilities (0-K)
    • 020 General Elementary Teacher (K-6 or K-8)
  • Fluency in language(s) other than English

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
  • Schedule: School Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
  • Assignment: 1 Year Only
  • Reports to: School Principal
  • Contract: Part of PEA union (see 2025-2028 CBA here)
  • Salary: Based on education and experience, as outlined in CBA
  • Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here

ABOUT OCEAN AVE:
Ocean Avenue Elementary School is proud to be Maine's first International Baccalaureate IB WORLD SCHOOL offering the Primary Years Program (IB PYP). The IB PYP inquiry-driven learning model was adopted by Ocean Ave School as part of its school-improvement long-range plan, after input from teachers, parents and administrators. We are working with full commitment to build the program into the fabric of the curriculum school-wide with the six concept-based trans-disciplinary Units of Inquiry at each grade level. In addition, we are exploring and practicing "internationally-minded" character traits across the school community with the IB Learner Profile and IB attitudes. We were authorized as an IB World School offering the PYP in July 2016.
Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

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