Openings as of 4/5/2025

FKES Dean of Students

JobID: 2278

Position Type:
  Administration/Assistant Principal


Date Posted:
  11/26/2024


Location:
  Fort Kent Elementary School


Date Available:
  07/01/2025


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Fort Kent Elementary School: 
Dean of Students
 
About Maine School Administrative District No. 27

Maine School Administrative District No. 27 serves 814 students in grades PreK-12 from St. Francis, St. John Plantanion, Wallagrass, New Canada and Fort Kent, ME, location of America's First Mile.  The district has three (3) schools, the Fort Kent Elementary School(PreK-6), Valley Rivers Middle School (7-8), and Fort Kent Community High School (9-12).

To learn more about our schools, we highly encourage all potential applicants to view our Recruitment Brochure. 
Position Purpose:
Under the direct supervision of the Superintendent of Schools, and in cooperation with the Elementary School Principal, to provide leadership and build relationships with the students of the school, while promoting the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with MSAD27 policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law.
• To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as well as in professional staff development
• To serve as Principal in the absence of the Principal.
  
Essential Functions:
 
• Assist student support team efforts through the implementation and establishment of an Multi Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, to increase attendance, elevate student engagement, lessen concerns about behavior, improve school climate, enhance social and emotional well-being, and boost academic performance for all students.
• Develop and maintain systems of behavior management of students for the school, including, but not limited to Restorative Practices and Positive Behavior Supports and Interventions. 
• Work with the district attendance coordinator to collect and respond to attendance data specific to chronic absences and truancies. 
• Lead behavior and attendance related team meetings. 
• Manage student activities and events. 
• Organize and maintain the school's activities and events calendar.
• Develop family and community engagement efforts for the school. 
• Assists in the development and administration of school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement curricular and extracurricular activities.
• Lead student/staff safety and guidance initiatives within the school. 
• Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.
• Assist the principal and athletic director with class schedules, master schedules, extracurricular activity schedules.
• Assists in ensuring that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching, especially as they relate to MTSS initiatives for the whole child.
• Assists in coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices.
• Assists in the recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues.
• Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with district policies and our Core Values. 
• Assists in the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies.
  
Additional Duties:
 
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and other Valley Unified administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
• Prioritizes relationships building. 
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiating instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of Elementary School curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to develop and implement projects.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
  
Qualifications Profile:
Certification/License:
• Master’s Degree in Education, School Counseling or Educational Leadership
• Certification Attainment: 045: Assistant Building Administrator, 075: School Counselor, or 040: Building Administrator (Preferred)
• Successful background, criminal records, fingerprinting and reference check
• Additional Certifications are preferred
  
Experience:
 
• Extensive successful teaching experience at the Elementary School level, preferably in more than one subject area and grade level.
• Successful experience as an administrator in the Elementary School level is preferred.
 
 





Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

Valley Unified Athletic Coach

JobID: 2264

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coaching


Date Posted:
  8/19/2024


Location:
  Valley Unified Education Service Center


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Please complete this applicaiton if you are interested in a coaching position at MSAD27 in Fort Kent, MSAD33 in St. Agatha, or the Madawaska School Department. 
 
JOB GOAL: To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially 
 
acceptable character development, self discipline, self confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc. 

REPORTS TO: The athletic director, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the high school principals. 
 

SUPERVISES: In several instances, the head coach must advise, coordinate and support a staff of  high school assistant coaches and middle school coaches in conjunction with the  athletic director and respective principal. 

GENERAL:
 
1. The success of athletic programs has a strong influence on the community's  image of the entire system. The public exposure is a considerable  responsibility and community/parent pressure for winning performance is taxing, but must not override the objectives of good sportsmanship and good mental health. 
2. The position includes other unusual aspect such as extended time, risk injury factor and due process predicaments. 
3.  It is the express intent of this job description to give sufficient guidance to function. In cases not specifically covered, it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment. 
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
 
1. Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies approved by the Schools' Board of Education and is responsible for their implementation by the entire staff of the  sports program. 
2. Has knowledge of existing system, state and league regulations; implements same consistently and  interprets them for staff. 
3. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through  proper channels. Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance. 
4. Serves as a mentor to each athlete to promote the development and demonstration in student athletes according to our Valley Unified Core Values of Respect, Responsibility, Honesty, and Engaged Learning
5. Gives constant attention to a student athlete's grades and conduct. 
6. By his/her presence at all practices games and while traveling, provides assistance, guidance and safeguards for each participant. 
7.  Provides training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant. 
8. Initiates programs and policies concerning injuries, medical attention and emergencies. 
9. Completes paperwork on all disabling athletic injuries on proper forms and submits to athletic office within 24 hours. 
10. Directs student managers, assistants and statisticians. 
11. Determines discipline, delineates procedures concerning due process when the enforcement of discipline is necessary and contracts parents when a student is dropped or becomes ineligible. 
12. Is accountable for all equipment and collects the cost of any equipment lost or not returned. 
13. Arranges for issuing, storing and reconditioning of equipment and submits annual inventory and  current records concerning same. 
14. Properly marks and identifies all equipment before issuing or storing. 
15. Monitors equipment rooms and coaches' offices, authorizes who may enter, issue or requisition equipment. 
16. Organizes parents, coaches, players and guests for preseason meetings. 
17. Promotes the sport within the school through recruiting athletes who are not in another sports program and promotes the sport outside the school through news media, little league programs, or in any other feasible manner. 
 
QUALIFICATIONS: 
 
1. Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program. 
2. Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport. (Major sports) 
3. The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field. 
4. The head coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/her instructions and actions. 
5. Criminal History Background Check (CHRC) is required to start a season.





Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

Custodian - Evening Shift

JobID: 1186

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian


Date Posted:
  6/1/2023


Location:
  Madawaska School Department


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Madawaska School Department: Custodian - Night Shift

About the Madawaska School Department
The Madawaska School Department serves students in grades PreK-12 in Madawaska, ME, the most Northeastern town in the United States, and one of the stops on the SCMA Four Corners Tour.  The district has two (2) schools, the Madawaska Elementary School (PreK-6) a 2000-01 Nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School, and Madawaska Middle/High School (7-12), the 11th Ranked High School in Maine, according to the US News and World Report. 

To learn more about our schools, we highly encourage all potential applicants to view our Recruitment Brochure.

Position Function:
The Madawaska School Department is looking for an individual to join our facilities team as an evening custodian. The ideal candidate will perform general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintain equipment in functional condition; and provide cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary.  The evening shift begins at 2:00 pm and ends at 10:30 pm.  
 
Madawaska Schools will also train any custodian who wishes to become a bus driver. 

Essential Functions
• Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of building according to school district standards.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
• Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
• Removes graffiti, cleans glass areas.
• Replaces light bulbs.
• Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms.
• Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice melting chemicals.
• Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris and maintains grounds.
• Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
• Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms and other areas of the building.
• Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in recycling program.
Additional Duties            
• Performs general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
• Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
      Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
• Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower, hand tools, and district vehicles. 

Safety Requirements
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties.
• Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks.
• Must comply with school district's chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.

Travel Requirements
• Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and central office, may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with principal and others.
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance or repair problems as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts.
• Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s).

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.

Qualifications Profile
• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.
  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.





Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

Evening Custodian (MSAD27)

JobID: 2232

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian


Date Posted:
  9/6/2024


Location:
  Maine School Administrative District No. 27


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

MSAD27: Night Custodian 

About Maine School Administrative District No. 27

Maine School Administrative District No. 27 serves 840 students in grades PreK-12 from St. Francis, St. John Plantantion, Wallagrass, New Canda and Fort Kent, ME, location of America's First Mile.  The district has three (3) schools, the Fort Kent Elementary School(PreK-6), Valley Rivers Middle School (7-8), and Fort Kent Community High School (9-12).

To learn more about our schools, we highly encourage all potential applicants to view our Recruitment Brochure.

Position Function:
Maine School Administrative District No. 27 is looking for one individual to join our facilities and transportation team.  The ideal candidate will perform general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintain equipment in functional condition; and provide cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary.  This shift begins at 2:00 pm and ends at 10:30 pm.  
MSAD27 will also train any custodian who wishes to become a bus driver.
Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.

Essential Functions
• Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of building according to school district standards.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
• Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
• Removes graffiti, cleans glass areas.
• Replaces light bulbs.
• Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms.
• Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice melting chemicals.
• Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris and maintains grounds.
• Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
• Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms and other areas of the building.
• Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in recycling program.
Additional Duties            
• Performs general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
• Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
      Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
• Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower, hand tools, and district vehicles. 

Safety Requirements
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties.
• Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks.
• Must comply with school district's chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.

Travel Requirements
• Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and central office, may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with principal and others.
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance or repair problems as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts.
• Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s).

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.

Qualifications Profile
• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.
  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.





Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

ADMIN ASSISTANT/ PAYROLL SPECIALIST

JobID: 2270

Position Type:
  Secretarial/Clerical/Payroll


Date Posted:
  10/1/2024


Location:
  Maine School Administrative District No. 33


Date Available:
  Immediately


Closing Date:
  Until Filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Maine School Administrative District 33
 
ADMIN ASSISTANT / PAYROLL SPECIALIST
 
Maine School Administrative District 33 (MSAD33) has an opening for an Administrative Assistant / Payroll Specialist (Updated: 40 hours per week).  The successful candidate will be responsible for completing payroll duties for MSAD33 and Administrative Assistant duties in MSAD33’s Central Office, located in the St. John Valley Technology Center in Frenchville, ME.
 
MSAD33 consists of Dr. Levesque Elementary School and Wisdom Middle/High School, and the St. John Valley Technology Center.  Overall MSAD33 employs an average of 70 employees.
 
Reports to:  The Valley Unified Education Service Center (VUESC) Director of Finance and Projects
 
Duties and Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
 
1. Maintains all aspects of the School District payroll functions.  Payroll is prepared on a bi-weekly basis.

2. Prepares payroll warrant for signature by the Superintendent and School Board members.

3. Prepares payrolls, including deductions for withholding tax, pension, social security, life insurance, health insurance, disability insurance, Chapter 403(b) and Chapter 125 plans, and such other salary deductions.

4. Prepares and maintains all necessary earning records, deduction records, and similar personnel payment records.

5. Prepares or assists with monthly retirement reports, quarterly Federal & State tax reports, federal withholding tax, state withholding tax, FICA, Medicare report on Form 941 and other payroll related reports.            

6. Answers phone when office secretaries are not available.

7. Submit claims for reimbursement or refunds and invoices third parties for services or goods on a regular basis. 

8. Works with other Central Office personnel to prepare financial and other budget reports at regular intervals.

9. Cooperates with the auditors and provides information to them as requested. 

10. Maintains a cooperative relationship and open communications with those holding similar positions in other districts in the region and the state.

11. Any other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent or Director of Finance.
 
 Qualifications: Minimum of an Associate’s degree in Business or Office Administration in addition to 3-5 years of related payroll and administrative experience preferred.  
 
Start Date: Immediately
 
Interested candidates should visit our district website to access employment applications: www.msad33.org or call 207-543-7334 for more information.   All cover letters, applications, and other related materials can also be mailed to or dropped off at:
 
 MSAD33, Superintendent of Schools
 
Mailing address: P.O. Box 9, Frenchville, ME 04745
 
Physical address: 431 U.S. Rte. 1, Frenchville, ME 04745 
 
Application Due Date: Until a suitable candidate is found.  
 
MSAD33 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 




Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

Secretary - Elementary School

JobID: 2288

Position Type:
  Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary


Date Posted:
  3/7/2025


Location:
  Madawaska Elementary School


Date Available:
  06/01/2025


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide
School Secretary - Madawaska Elementary School

About the Madawaska School Department
The Madawaska School Department serves students in grades PreK-12 in Madawaska, ME, the most Northeastern town in the United States, and one of the stops on the SCMA Four Corners Tour.  The district has two (2) schools, the Madawaska Elementary School (PreK-6) a 2000-01 Nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School, and Madawaska Middle/High School (7-12), the 16th Ranked High School in Maine, according to the US News and World Report. 

To learn more about our schools, we highly encourage all potential applicants to view our Recruitment Brochure.

Job Summary:
The Elementary School Secretary plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation of the school office. This position involves providing administrative support to the principal, staff, students, and parents while maintaining a welcoming and organized front office environment. The secretary manages school communications, student records, order requisitions, and clerical tasks to support the overall function of the school.

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative & Clerical Duties:
• Serve as the first point of contact for staff, students, and visitors ensuring a welcoming and professional environment.
• Answer phone calls, process requests, and direct inquiries appropriately.
• Maintain student enrollment and attendance data, and generate reports as needed. 
• Work with the principal to prepare and distribute school correspondence, including newsletters, memos, and email communications.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, deliveries, and appointments. 
• Organize and maintain student and staff records in compliance with district and state regulations.
School Operations & Support:
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating meetings, school events, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Maintain school supply inventory, keep supplies organized and process orders in a timely manner.
• Assist the media coordinator with duties.
• Support teachers and staff with clerical tasks.
• Work with guidance to complete student registration and transfer processes.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information. 
Student & Parent Interaction:
• Greet and assist students, parents, and visitors in a friendly and professional manner. 
• Provide information regarding school policies, procedures, and upcoming events. 
• Assist school nurse with student illnesses and communicate with parents as needed.
Finanical & Budgetary Responsibilities:
• Assist with processing requisitions, purcharse orders, and invoices.
• Collect and record payments for school-related activities.
• Maintain accurate financial records as required by district policies.
Qualifications & Skills:

Education & Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree preferred).
• Prior experience in a school or office setting is preferred.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, purchase order systems, and student information systems such as Power School, and substitute scheduling practices. 
Key Competencies:
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Ability to interact positively with students, staff, and parents.
• Conflict resolution skills.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods. 
• Ability to lift office supplies and school materials (up to 25 lbs).
• Work is performed in a busy school office setting with frequent interruptions.
• Flexibility with schedules and duties as determined by the principal.





Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

School Social Worker

JobID: 2293

Position Type:
  Student Support Services/Social Worker


Date Posted:
  4/4/2025


Location:
  Madawaska School Department


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide
Madawaska School Department: School Social Worker (LCSW)

About the Madawaska School Department
The Madawaska School Department serves students in grades PreK-12 in Madawaska, ME, the most Northeastern town in the United States, and one of the stops on the SCMA Four Corners Tour.  The district has two (2) schools, the Madawaska Elementary School (PreK-6) a 2000-01 Nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School, and Madawaska Middle/High School (7-12), the 16th Ranked High School in Maine, according to the US News and World Report. 

To learn more about our schools, we highly encourage all potential applicants to view our Recruitment Brochure.

The Madawaska School Department is seeking a full-time School Social Worker to work with students throughout our district, PreK-12. The selected candidate will focus on overall behavioral/social-emotional, and mental health support of the district students, while helping develop a trauma-informed, multi-tiered system of support for positive behavior and emotional wellbeing. In addition, the ideal candidate will assist with other school social work responsibilities. 

Responsibilities:
• Counsel students with social-emotional, behavioral and mental health isssues that impact their well-being & learning
• Provide counseling sessions and treatment plans
• Communicate with students to determine the areas in which they may need assistance and counseling
• Partner with teachers, administrators, school counselors, school nurses and other support staff to gain a deeper understanding of student behavioral, social-emotional and mental health needs 
• Partner with teachers, administrators, school counselors, school nurses and other support staf to establish a coordinatored, trauma-informed system of response to student behavioral, social-emotional and mental health needs 
• Respond to day-to-day issues and unanticipated student crises during the school day 
• De-escalate students in crisis, and support teachers and staff in implementing risk reduction & de-escalation strategies
• Physicall intervene when students are a danger to themselves or others, in accordance with trauma-informed crisis prevention/intervention principles
• Collect and analyze data related to student behavior
• Provide regular counseling to students in need of social and emotional support in an educational setting; this includes both mandated counseling to students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) as well as individual and group counseling to other students as needed 
• Act as liaison between community-based oranizations, students and their families
• Create programs for students to promote emotional and mental health
• Facilitiate the creation and implementation of functional behavioral assessments (FBA) and behavior intervention plans (BIP)

Qualifications:
• Licensure level of LMSW, CC (Minimum) or LCSW (preferred)
• Maine Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) Required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Outstanding relationships with relevant social services agencies
• Certification in non-violent crisis prevention and intervention (may be acquired after hire)





Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

Substitute Bus Driver

JobID: 2289

Position Type:
  Substitute/Substitute Bus Driver


Date Posted:
  3/7/2025


Location:
  Valley Unified Education Service Center


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Substitute Bus Driver

Position Function
Under direction of Director of Transportation and Facilities, provide sae and efficient transportation for students, teachers, and others. 

Bus Driver Essential Functions
• Obeys all traffic laws.
• Observes all rules and safety regulations for the safe operation of school buses and is a defensive driver.
• Is a courteous driver and allows traffic to pass the bus whenever it is safe to do so.
• Checks the bus before each operation for mechanical or electrical defects and notifies the transportation supervisor of any maintenance problem. 
• Enforces all rules and regulations and maintains discipline by following the established disciplinary procedure.
• Keeps to the assigned schedule whenever possible while making certaint that all speed limits and regulations are strictly followed. 
• Exercises responsible leadership.
• Assists in supervising students throughout trips and remains with students both on and off the bus.
• Reports all accidents and completes all required reports within established time limits.
• Keeps the assigned bus clean by sweeping it daily and washing the interior and exterior as required. 
• Follows all established safety guidelines and procedures.
• Covers other bus runs as assigned and works as a team member.
• Shows proficiency in handling and maneuvering school busses.
• Interacts pleasantly with the public, students, and staff, and provides assistance as indicated. 
• Performs such other tasks as may be assigned by the Principal and head mechanic.

Working Conditions
Mental Demands: Involves ability to follow directions and established procedures. Requires ability to assist in maintaining discipline and order on all bus trips in order to create a safe environment. Also requires ability to react quickly and confidently in emergency situations. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with public, students, and other workers.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit while driving and occasionally required to walk or stand. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while dirivng. The employee frequently repeats the same hand, arm and finger motion many times. Use of legs and feet is required to apply constant pressure to gas and brake pedals as well as occasional pressure to cluthc. This position requires lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling medium to heavy loads. Stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and climbing are also required in situations where lifting and pulling may or may not be required. Ability to reach above head or below waist is also required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and peripheral vision. Employee must be able to pull 50 lbs to open bus hood on a daily basis and to perform emergency evacuations as needed. 

Environmental Conditions: Most work is performed driving a school bus but occasional outside work is required. There is exposure to a variety of chemical sincluding but not limited to gasoline, diesel, vapors, cleaning agents, exhaust, oils, lubricants and smoke. The employee occasionally works in temparatures above 100 degrees F and below 32 degrees F and occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces. The employee has direct responsibility for the safety and well being of others. The noise lvel in the work environment is frequently lout to where you have to raise your voice to be heard.

Qualifications Profile
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. 
Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School or Vocational School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Holds a valid State of Maine Bus Driver's License and meets all state laws and regulations regarding licensure. 
• Maine CDL Bus Operator's license.
• Maine Criminal History Records Check is required. 





Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

Valley Unified Substitute Cook Helpers

JobID: 2283

Position Type:
  Substitute/Substitute Cook`s Helper


Date Posted:
  1/27/2025


Location:
  Valley Unified Education Service Center


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide
Valley Unified Substitute Cook Helpers 
Position Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Director, to assist in preparing and serving school meals in accordance with Board policy and established district procedures. 

Essential Functions
• Assists in preparing school meals, according to the scheduled menu.
• Assist in serving school meals.
• Assist in cleaning the kitchen areas after meals have been served.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure. 
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.
Qualifications Profile
• Must be willing to travel between the 3 districts
• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. 
• Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: 
  • High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
  • Previous experience in preparing and serving meals is desirable
  • Maine Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) is required.


 




Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

Substitute Teacher

JobID: 2209

Position Type:
  Substitute/Substitute Teacher


Date Posted:
  11/26/2022


Location:
  Valley Unified Education Service Center


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide
Description: Substitute Teacher 

Job Summary: To prepare learners to achieve their personal best; continue the learning prescribed for that day; provide direction for each student as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular teacher.
Essential Functions and Performance Responsibilities: (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
 
1. Report to main office upon arrival at the school building.
2. Arrive on time, according to the work-day hours, clock in, look over substitute plans and prepare for lessons of the day.
3. Familiarize yourself with the building and other teachers who are available to you throughout the day. Don’t hesitate to ask for help. Seeking help will allow you to be more successful in your position.
4. Uphold all District policies, rules and procedures to which regular teachers are subject.
5. Maintain as fully as possible the established routines and procedures (including classroom management techniques) for the school and classroom to which assigned.
6. Teach the lessons outlined in the substitute plans as prepared by the absent teacher.
7. Maximize the probability of success by:
   1. clearly communicating expectations
   2. adapting for individual learner needs
   3. actively involving students in learning
   4. providing a risk-free, safe environment
8. Assume responsibility for overseeing student behavior in class and throughout the building during assigned duties. 
9. Maintain professional relationships. 
10. Provide direction to students in case of emergency.
11. Follow directions given by the regular teacher to conclude your day (process work, tidy room, )
12. Provide feedback to the teacher using the form provided. Include comments on the behavior of students, lessons completed, possible changes made in the plans and why.
13. Provide feedback to the principal, when appropriate.
14. Check out at the main office at the end of your day.  Don't forget to clock out. 
15. If accepting a long-term assignment, you are expected to assume all duties and responsibilities of the full-time teacher (notably: lesson planning, parent communication, report cards, etc.) and to be present on all teacher work days including parent-teacher conferences (evenings) and institute days, unless alternative arrangements are made with the building principal. 
Compensation:

Daily compensation is outlined in the Valley Unified Substitute Teacher Pay Scale Memo.

 




Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

Valley Unified Floating Cook Helper

JobID: 2282

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Cook`s Helper


Date Posted:
  1/27/2025


Location:
  Valley Unified Education Service Center


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide
Valley Unified Floating Cook Helper 
Position Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Director, to assist in preparing and serving school meals in accordance with Board policy and established district procedures. There are 2 positions at 6 hours a day available. 

Essential Functions
• Assists in preparing school meals, according to the scheduled menu.
• Assist in serving school meals.
• Assist in cleaning the kitchen areas after meals have been served.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure. 
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.
Qualifications Profile
• Must be willing to travel between the 3 districts
• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. 
• Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: 
  • High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
  • Previous experience in preparing and serving meals is desirable
  • Maine Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) is required.

 




Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

Cook Helper

JobID: 2291

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Cook`s Helper


Date Posted:
  3/28/2025


Location:
  Madawaska Middle/High School


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide
Cook's Helper - Madawaska Middle/High School

About the Madawaska School Department

The Madawaska School Department serves students in grades PreK-12 in Madawaska, ME, the most Northeastern town in the United States, and one of the stops on the SCMA Four Corners Tour.  The district has two (2) schools, the Madawaska Elementary School (PreK-6) a 2000-01 Nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School, and Madawaska Middle/High School (7-12), the 16th Ranked High School in Maine, according to the US News and World Report. 

To learn more about our schools, we highly encourage all potential applicants to view our Recruitment Brochure. 
Position Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Director, to assist in preparing and serving school meals in accordance with Board policy and established district procedures. There is 1 positions at 5.15 hours a day available. The shift is 7:15am - 12:30pm.

Essential Functions
• Assists in preparing school meals, according to the scheduled menu.
• Assist in serving school meals.
• Assist in cleaning the kitchen areas after meals have been served.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure. 
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.
Qualifications Profile
• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. 
• Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: 
  • High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
  • Previous experience in preparing and serving meals is desirable
  • Maine Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) is required.

 




Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

Educational Technician II or III - Wisdom Middle School

JobID: 2287

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Instructional Assistant


Date Posted:
  2/7/2025


Location:
  Wisdom Middle/High School


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Maine School Administrative District No.33: Educational Technician II or III - Wisdom Middle School
About Maine School Administrative District No. 33

Maine School Administrative District No. 33 serves students in grades PreK-12 in St. Agatha, ME, home of the Long Lake Fishing Derby, one of the largest fishing derby's in the state!.   The district has two (2) schools under one roof, Wisdom Middle/High School andDr. Levesque Elementary School, a 2018 National Blue Ribbon School.  The district is also home to the St. John Valley Technology Center, serving students from MSAD33, MSAD27, and the Madawaska School Department.

To learn more about our schools, we highly encourage all potential applicants to view our Recruitment Brochure.
 
Position Purpose:

Educational Technicians provide instructional support and assistance to students in both the regular and special education classrooms, which aims to help students meet state academic standards. The role involves working closely with classroom teachers to deliver supplemental instruction, monitor student progress, and implement interventions for identified learners.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
 
1. Provide small group and individual instruction to reinforce and supplement classroom lessons in reading, math, and other subject areas as needed.
2. Develop and implement instructional activities, games, and exercises to support student learning and engagement.
3. Administer informal assessments, collect data, and maintain accurate records of student progress and performance.
4. Collaborate with classroom teachers to identify student needs, develop instructional plans, and implement appropriate interventions.
5. Assist in the implementation of behavior management strategies to maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
6. Prepare and organize instructional materials and resources for lessons and activities.
7. Supervise and monitor students during classroom activities, transitions, and testing situations.
8. Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance instructional skills and knowledge.
9. Attend and participate in staff meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and other school-related activities as required.
10. Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or school administration.
 
 Certification/License
 
• Maine Educational Technicial III or II Certification 
  • Willing to work with any individual on acquiring the necessary certification. 
• Maine Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) Required


Education
• Associates or Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment preferred.

 Experience
• Successful prior special education Educational Technician experience for the appropriate grade levels preferred. 
 
 





Email To A Friend
Print Version

Openings as of 4/5/2025

Special Education - Educational Technician(s)

JobID: 1194

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Special Education Assistant


Date Posted:
  6/6/2023


Location:
  Madawaska School Department


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Madawaska School Department - Special Education (Ed Tech I, II, or III) 

About the Madawaska School Department

The Madawaska School Department serves students in grades PreK-12 in Madawaska, ME, the most Northeastern town in the United States, and one of the stops on the SCMA Four Corners Tour.  The district has two (2) schools, the Madawaska Elementary School (PreK-6) a 2000-01 Nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School, and Madawaska Middle/High School (7-12), the 11th Ranked High School in Maine, according to the US News and World Report. 

To learn more about our schools, we highly encourage all potential applicants to view our Recruitment Brochure.
 
Position Purpose
 
Under the direct supervision of a certified teacher, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and to free certified professional employees from non-professional duties such as proctoring study halls to enable them to make a contribution to other aspects of the educational program, such as curriculum development.
 
 
 
Essential Job Functions
 
• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills. 
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
• Constructs, copies and distribute and use educational materials as needed.
• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement if IEP objectives, etc. (For Special Ed. Vacancies)
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
 
 
 
Additional Duties
 
• Assist guidance, special education staff or building administration, as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.
 
Note:   The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
 
 
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Google for Education).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.
 
 
 
 Certification/License
 
• Maine Educational Technician I Certificaiton (High School Deploma Required)
• Maine Educational Technician II Certification  (Associate's Degree Required)
• Maine Educational Technicial III Certification (Bachelor's Degree Required)
  • Willing to work with any individual on acquiring the necessary certification. 
• Maine Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) Required
 
Education
 
• Associates or Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment preferred.
 
Experience
 
• Successful prior special education Educational Technician experience for the appropriate grade levels preferred. 
 
 





Email To A Friend
Print Version