Teacher Juvenile, Science - Long Creek Youth Development Center
Teacher Juvenile, Science - Long Creek Youth Development Center
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$ 60985 - 88899
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Teacher Juvenile Science Long Creek Youth Development Center
*Salary level dependent upon degree and experience*
BS $52769.60 $79788.80
Masters Degree $56867.20 $84448.00
Masters Degree 30 $60985.60 $88899.20
(The formula used for the amounts reflected is the daily rate of pay X 224 days and includes $.60/hour institutional Stipend and 10% Salary Adjustment)
Job Class Code: BS 5268 MS 5275 MS30 5277
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Open:May 07 2025
Close: May 21 2025
CURRENT VACANCY INFORMATION:
The Department of Corrections is accepting applications for Teacher Juvenile MS Science Long Creek Youth Development Center Maine.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The A.R. Gould School operates yearround. Regulated by the Department of Corrections the Department of Education and State Statutes (Title 20A and Title 20) the school is required to meet the Common Core State Standards governing legislative mandates and federal guidelines of the NCLB. Additionally both Performance Based Standards and American Correctional Association set the standards regulate and regularly monitor the education of incarcerated youth.
The Science program for the students of the A.R. Gould School includes all students of A.R Gould school. The Science program for the school must meet the requirements of the Maine Department of Education. This includes providing a life and earth science for every committed student and is a necessity to maintain the American Correctional Association (ACA) accreditation and Performance based standards (PbS) compliance. Both ACA and PbS are nationally recognized to audit correctional facilities to determine the facility maintains nation standards on resident care and custody.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB SUCCESSFULLY:
This work requires experience and knowledge to teach at risk youth in grades 712 hands on projectbased learning for all students of AR Gould School.
This position is also responsible for working with the Math department in developing a STEM model for the A.R. Gould School as well as sponsoring projectbased curriculum to students with an integration of Technology.
Evaluates student academic and social growth keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports
Prepares lesson plans plans a program of science study that meets and interests the individual needs and abilities.
Works closely as a team member with other facility during strategy meetings
Ability to teach Science at the middle school or secondary school level along with general education classes.
Ability to work with and manage atrisk youth.
Ability to provide necessary accommodations and modifications for the growth and success of all students.
MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelors Degree in Education Special Education or a related field.
LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).
Maine Teachers Certification for the appropriate subject and/or grades as issued by the Department of Education. Preference will be given to applicants who possess a Special Education 282 (712) Special Education 282 (K8)
BENEFITS:
No matter where you work across Maine state government you find employees who embody our state mottoDirigo or I leadas they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforces health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package including:
- WorkLife Balance Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays12 days of sick leave and3 weeks of vacation leaveVacation leave accrual increases with years of service and overtimeexempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays85%100%of employeeonly premiums ($9893.52$11057.52 annual value) depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costsfor you and your family including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Health Insurance Premium Credit Participation decreases employeeonly premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information aboutprogram requirements.
- Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100% of employeeonly dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
- Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes19.63%of payto 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 pretax to help pay for outofpocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information visit theFederal Student Aid office.
- Living Resources Program Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
- Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceivesixweeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Save additional pretax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.
- Learn aboutadditional wellness benefitsfor State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness.
Maine State Government is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Employment Type
Full-Time
