State of Maine · 10 hours ago
Juvenile Teacher, English/Language Arts - Long Creek Youth Development Center, South Portland.
South Portland, Maine
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$53K/yr - $88K/yrThe State of Maine's Department of Corrections is seeking a Juvenile Teacher for English/Language Arts at Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland. The primary purpose of this full-time position is to teach Language Arts to youth residing at the facility, while promoting their educational and career pathways upon release.
Art
Responsibilities
Develop curricula and educational plans
Instruct classes
Test students
Evaluate student progress to help prepare them for educational or career pathways upon release
Evaluate student academic and social growth
Keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports
Maintain student discipline through adherence to accepted policies and regulations
Assist students in the development of desirable work habits, attitudes, and skills
Prepare lesson plans in accordance with curriculum
Meet with and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students
Create a classroom/career area environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in education or related field
Maine ELA Teaching Certification (100) as issued by the Department of Education
Preferred
Knowledge of Department functions, objectives, policies, and programs
Knowledge of curriculum development, classroom instruction, and educational planning
Knowledge of modern Juvenile security principles and practices
Ability to teach Language Arts at the middle school or secondary school level along with general education courses
Ability to assess student needs and develop/modify instruction as necessary
Ability to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team
Ability to work with and manage at-risk youth
Ability to provide necessary accommodation and modifications for growth and success of all students
Benefits
Work-Life Balance– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($9,893.52-$11,057.52 annual value), depending on salary.
Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 19.63% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program.
Living Resources Program– Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
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Founded in 1933
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.76MKey Investors
The National Endowment for the Arts
2019-05-18Grant· $0.76M
Leadership Team
Carole Reuschle
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Chief Operating Officer
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