Teacher MS Juvenile - Special Education (7-12) AR Gould School, Long Creek Youth Development Center at State of Maine

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Teacher MS Juvenile - Special Education (7-12) AR Gould School, Long Creek Youth Development Center

South Portland, Maine, United States | Correctional Services | Full-time

Apply by: May 28, 2025

Special Education Teacher (7-12) at the AR Gould School, Long Creek Youth Development Center

Pay Grade 2: $56,867.20 to $84,448.00 (rate includes 10% Salary Adjustment and $0.60/hour Institutional Stipend)

Job Class Code: 5275

033000012

Open: April 03, 2025

Close: May 28, 2025

CURRENT VACANCY INFORMATION

The A.R. Gould School, located within the Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland, Maine, is currently seeking a 7-12 Special Education teacher to join a dynamic team of educators.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a year-round, 224 day position. The primary responsibility of this position will be to provide evidence based on specially designed instruction through a range of high school subjects to students detained within the Long Creek Youth Development Center. The Special Education teacher’s working focus, as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, is to assist students in their continuing education efforts towards obtaining a high school diploma or GED while improving academic and functional skills.

Essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to :

Assessing the level of functioning of all students.

Case Management and IEP development, implementation and progress monitoring.

Consulting with regular education teachers on IEP modifications and student needs.

Coordination work with other schools the student may be transferred to or from.

Conduction pre-and post-tests when applicable.

Maintaining and implementing data collection systems.

Managing student records in a timely and appropriate manner.

Participating in staff development activities.

Working with others to address and resolve student issues.

Serve as a role model while managing student behavior.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

To be successful in this position you will need to have knowledge and abilities in the following areas:

Knowledge of department functions, objectives, policies and programs.

Knowledge of teaching principles, practices, methods and techniques.

Knowledge of human behavior and performance, neurodiversity and basic psychological processes such as learning and motivation, memory, executive skills, etc.

Knowledge of adult and adolescent learning principles, practices methods and techniques.

Knowledge of curriculum development, classroom instruction, and educational planning in special education to include transition planning.

Ability to apply effective behavior management techniques.

Ability to assess student needs and develop/modify instruction as necessary to support the growth and abilities of all students.

Ability to develop curriculum and lesson plans in core content areas.

Ability to prepare clear and concise written reports.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and via written work.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Ability to work with and manage at-risk youth.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

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

Professional 7-12 Special Education certification preferred (082). Conditionally Certified Special Education Teachers considered and urged to apply.

Questions about this position may be addressed to gail.robbins@maine.gov.

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 post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration, and certifications.

BENEFITS

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 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. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
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. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
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 four 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.
Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office 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.

Apply by: May 28, 2025

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Application Form

1. First Name *

2. Last Name *

3. Address *

4. Email *

5. Phone *

6. Resume or Work History - If you do NOT have a resume, please visit http://www.maine.gov/bhr/node/174 and complete the work history section. Once complete, the document can be uploaded to the Resume or Work History section below *

7. Cover Letter *

8. Are you a current or former employee of the State of Maine? *

9. Have you ever worked, attained licensing or certification attend school or been convicted of a criminal offense under a different name? *

9a. If Yes, list name(s) below:

10. Are you at least 18 years of age? *

11. Do you have a valid driver's license? *

11a. State Issued

11b. If Yes, which type?

Class A
Class B
Class C

12. List your geographical location preference (i.e. Augusta/Kennebec County; Portland Cumberland County, etc)

13. *Only for candidates who upload a resume: If your resume does not have month/year of employment listed, please list the Company Name, Job Title, and Month and Year You Started and Ended Your Three (3) Most Recent Jobs. This is necessary for assessment of qualifications.

14. Are you willing to work overtime? *

15. What shifts are you willing to work? *

16. Veteran's Preference: Maine law provides a preference to qualified veterans and Gold Star spouses by ensuring they are offered an interview. If you are a veteran or Gold Star spouse and wish to take advantage of this preference, please indicate by checking the appropriate box below. Documentation is required. For more information, visit http://www.maine.gov/bhr/state_jobs/veteran.htm

16a. If you are a veteran or Gold Star spouse and wish to take advantage of the veteran's preference, please submit documentation here (DD 214, DD 1300).

17. Only US.. citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work and remain permanently in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Can you, after employment, submit verification of of your legal right to work in the United States? *

18. Voluntary Identification of Disability: Applicants who self-identify as having a disability may increase their liklihood of being interviewed for vacancies. You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history of such impairment or medical condition.

19. The State of Maine conducts background checks. Have you ever been convicted of any violation of law by any court of law? *

19a. If Yes, please list offenses. (Include any guilty pleas entered, military court martial, traffic violation convictions for Operating Under the Influence (OUI) or traffic violations that resulted in your license being suspended. Do not include here any juvenile adjudications or traffic violations not listed above. More information may be requested depending on position.

20. Before you submit your application, the State of Maine requires you read and accept the terms and conditions associated with the application process: http://www.maine.gov/bhr/node/175 Please type your name below to confirm you are agreeing to the terms and conditions. *

21. Please submit Transcripts and Teaching Certification/DOE letter of assessment *

22. Please access the Department of Corrections Supplemental application form at http://www.maine.gov/corrections/Career/index.shtml "Paperwork to get the process started" and upload. *