Dirigo High School - JMG Specialist

ServingSchools; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

403(b) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Gym membership

Wellness benefits

Job summary

JMG is seeking a dedicated JMG Specialist to lead the program at Dirigo High School in Dixfield, ME. You will mentor students, deliver competency-based instruction, and partner with educators and local employers to create career-connected learning opportunities.

A Bachelor’s degree is required; Maine CHRC approval or the ability to obtain it is needed. This full-time position begins late September and offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Maine CHRC approval or ability to obtain it.
• Full-time, start Late September.

Responsibilities

• Lead JMG program site and mentor students.
• Deliver competency-to-credential based instruction and manage program activities.
• Collaborate with school staff, families, employers, and community partners to create career-connected opportunities.

Skills

Relationship building

Student mentorship

Instructional leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of Maine students? Join the JMG team and help shape the future for Maine youth! JMG is looking to fill our opening at Dirigo High School, in Dixfield, ME (Oxford County) for our next JMG Specialist. The Specialist leads the JMG program at their site, helping students develop and demonstrate essential competencies for career readiness and postsecondary success through the utilization of the JMG Competency to Credential Framework. JMG classes are designed to equip Maine students with the skills, knowledge, and best practices they need to pursue their aspirations and thrive after high school. This is a rewarding, full-time role for an individual who is dedicated, collaborative, and passionate about empowering students and working with school and community partners.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Relationship Building and Student Mentorship Ability to build trusting, supportive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate boundaries. The role requires strong communication, active listening, empathy, and the ability to motivate and guide diverse learners toward academic, career, and personal success.
• Instructional and Program Leadership Strong classroom facilitation skills to deliver engaging, competency-to-credential based instruction, adapt teaching strategies to different learning needs, manage multiple responsibilities, and lead a student-centered program.
• Collaboration and Community Partnership Development Ability to work effectively with school staff, families, employers, and community partners to create career-connected learning opportunities, advocate for students, and maintain a strong, positive presence for the program within the school and broader community.

Educational Background

A Bachelor’s degree is required.

Approval

Maine CHRC approval, or the ability to obtain it, is required.

The position will begin Late September

Compensation And Benefits

• Salary: $43,750 per year, with up to an additional $3000 possible in performance-based bonuses.
• Paid Time Off: Includes school vacation weeks in December, February, and April, plus 15 additional vacation days.
• Sick Leave: 3 weeks of sick time and 1 week of Covid time

Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid disability and life insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance options.
• 403(b) plan with employer match after two years of service.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Gym membership reimbursement and additional wellness benefits.