Juvenile Teacher, English/Language Arts - Long Creek Youth Development Center, South Portland.

State of Maine•South Portland, ME

21h•$52,770 - $88,899

About The Position

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 justice-involved 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 full-time, year-round, 224-day position with a primary purpose to teach Language Arts to justice to the youth residing at the facility. We are committed to rebuilding lives and are searching for team-oriented professionals with well-developed integrity and ethics to join us in this mission.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
Maine ELA Teaching Certification (100) as issued by the Department of Education.

Nice To Haves

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 at-risk youth.
Provide necessary accommodation and modifications for growth and success of all students.

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.

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. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.