Teacher Juvenile, Language Arts - Long Creek Youth Development Center
Teacher Juvenile, Language Arts - Long Creek Youth Development Center
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Teacher Juvenile Language Arts 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
MDOC is destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Through the Maine Model of Corrections we promote the safety of our staff and residents while reducing barriers to meaningful rehabilitative opportunities. We facilitate restorative justice practices that equip justiceinvolved residents and clients with the skills they need to become contributing members of society upon release including treatment education and job training.
The Department of Corrections is accepting applications for a Teacher of Language Arts at Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland ME. This is a fulltime yearround 224day position with a primary purpose to teach Language Artsto justice to the youth residing at the facility.
We are committed to rebuilding lives and are searching for teamoriented professionals with welldeveloped integrity and ethics to join us in this mission.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Bachelors Degree in Education or related field.
Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements:(These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class)
- Maine ELA Teaching Certification (100) as issued by the Department of Education.
Questions about this position may be addressed to
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- 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.
Desirable Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Department functions objectives policies and programs.
- Curriculum development classroom instruction and educational planning.
- Modern Juvenile security principles and practices.
Ability to:
- Teach Language Arts at the middle school or secondary school level along with general education courses.
- Assess student needs and develop/modify instruction as necessary.
- Work effectively as an individual and as part of a team.
- Work with and manage atrisk youth.
- Provide necessary accommodation and modifications for growth and success of all students.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the Apply for this opening button along with uploading a cover letter current resume and if applicable copies of postsecondary transcripts licensing registration and certifications.
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
