DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

EDUCATION IN THE UNORGANIZED TERRITORY

CONNOR SCHOOL

GRADE 5-8 ENGLISH LEARNING ARTS TEACHER

-ANTICIPATED VACANCY-

ANTICIPATED START DATE 8/18/25

Opening Date: June 30, 3035

Closing Date:  Until filled

Job Class Code: 3125
Grade: 01
Salary: $41,732.96 - $54,896.00/Annually
Position Number: 014286316

Purpose:

If you want to be part of a dynamic educational team, consider joining us as a 5-8 ELA teacher at the Connor Consolidated School!  We are a student centered school focused on student progress, both academically and functionally, communication and community! Join us in making a difference in the lives of our children!

The position provides professional services work teaching academic subjects at schools operated by the state in the Education in the Unorganized Territory in Maine. Responsibilities include testing students, developing curricula and education plans, instructing classes, and evaluating student progress.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of teaching principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of cultural competencies, classroom management, and student engagement practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Maine Teacher Certification with appropriate subject and grade endorsements. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with students, colleagues and families.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise written and/or computer generated reports.
• Ability to develop curricula and lesson plans.
• Ability to use computer programs and technology effectively.

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 Teacher's Certificate for appropriate subject and/or grade(s) as issued by the Department of Education.

As a condition of employment, the Department of Education requires the selected candidate to pass a fingerprint-based background check.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Thinking about applying?

Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.