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Education in the Unorganized Territories

Opening Date: September 29, 2026

Closing Date: October 13, 2026

Grade: 11 / Professional/Technical

Job Class Code: 3155

Salary: $15.10 - $20.64/Hourly

Position Number: 014286317

Position Type: Full-Time, Seasonal

Location: Connor Township, Maine

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Join the Education in the Unorganized Territory at the Connor Consolidated School!

Experience the rewards of working in a close-knit learning community where every student is known, supported, and valued. At the Connor School, our small classroom environment allows paraprofessionals to make a real difference each day by providing individualized attention, building meaningful relationships, and helping students grow both academically and personally. As part of a collaborative team, you will support classroom instruction, assist in hands-on learning, and help create a safe, positive, and engaging atmosphere where all students can thrive. This is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated educational community that truly embodies the spirit of personalized learning and connection.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

This position is responsible for providing direct support to identified special education students as determined by each pupil’s Individual Education Plan (IEP). It involves paraprofessional support work that includes assisting teachers with routine tasks such as classroom preparation, playground and cafeteria supervision, and providing assistance to students with academic and functional needs. The position also maintains accurate student records—such as attendance, progress, and grades—to support classroom operations. Additional responsibilities include supervising students in various settings to promote safety and order, supporting the development of daily living and motor skills, and offering motivation to help students achieve academic success. When required by the IEP, the role also provides direct one-to-one care, including personal hygiene assistance for multi-handicapped or medically fragile students, to ensure their comfort, safety, and overall well-being.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of basic academic school subjects.
• Knowledge of basic educational practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic student behavior management techniques.
• Knowledge of emergency, health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work cooperatively in assisting the teacher.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with students.
• Ability to handle student behavior in a calm, confident manner.
• Ability to use discretion in handling confidential student information.
• 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 around 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED certificate.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Maine Department of Education authorization as an Educational Technician I, or Maine Department of Education certification as a Teacher, Educational Specialist or Administrator.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:  

Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume and three (3) professional references. 

In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.  

CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact [email protected] 

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.

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 Balance – 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%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 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 ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% 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 forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days 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.

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.

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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 experience and passion set you apart.

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