Interdisciplinary Instruction Specialist - Anticipated Vacancy

State of Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 63,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Job summary

The State of Maine Department of Education seeks an experienced professional to join the Interdisciplinary Instruction team in Augusta. You will design and lead professional learning, collaborate with educators statewide, and provide strategic guidance on literacy, project-based learning, and authentic assessment.

In support of statewide goals, this role ensures that leaders understand a Whole Student approach and integrates interdisciplinary content with school improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field and five years of teaching experience.
• Master's degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• Professional teaching or educational administration certificate.
• Experience in integrated literacy and interdisciplinary instruction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional development and technical assistance on curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Plan, coordinate regional and statewide events and calendars.
• Collaborate across teams and engage stakeholders to promote interdisciplinary learning.

Skills

Literacy development

Interdisciplinary learning

Professional learning design

Stakeholder engagement

Group facilitation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum alignment

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Master's degree substitution for experience

Teaching or educational administration certificate

Tools

Networking

Total Quality Management

Job description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

Department of Education

-Anticipated Vacancy-

Opening Date: October 08, 2026

Closing Date: October 23, 2026

Grade: 28 / Professional/Technical

Job Class Code: 3034

Salary: $63,294.40 - $94,286.41/Annually

Position Number: 014000997

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: Augusta

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

Are you passionate about transforming teaching and learning through innovative, interdisciplinary approaches? Join the Maine Department of Education’s Interdisciplinary Instruction team to help shape engaging, high-quality PK–12 learning experiences that prepare students for success in school, work, and life. In this role, you’ll design and lead professional learning, collaborate with educators statewide, and provide strategic guidance on literacy, project-based learning, and authentic assessment.

Purpose:

In support of our statewide economic development goals, requiring high quality and engaging PK-12 learning experiences that prepare Maine students for postsecondary education and/or a highly skilled workforce, this position is responsible for ensuring that school leaders and educators understand the benefits of a “Whole Student” approach to education and the importance of interdisciplinary instruction, project-based (and other active, applied teaching and learning practices), and authentic, instructionally embedded assessment, as key levers for student engagement, deeper learning, and equity of access for all students. This position is also responsible for designing and implementing live and asynchronous online professional development plans and provide virtual office hours and technical assistance in these best practices to support school leaders, educators, and curriculum coordinators in the development of literacy, interdisciplinary, project based and/or applied learning units of study, lessons, and activities for Maine students.

Representative Tasks:

This position is responsible for supporting DOE initiatives by providing professional development, technical assistance, and maintaining up-to-date resources on curriculum, instruction, and assessment. It is responsible for planning and implementing regional and statewide events, collaborating across teams, and engaging stakeholders to promote best practices and interdisciplinary learning. The position is also responsible for maintaining visibility through calendars and office hours, highlighting educator expertise, and advancing Whole Student approaches and state priorities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current learning research, exemplary general educational practices and PreK-12 interdisciplinary content and
• instructional knowledge.
• Knowledge of community involvement issues in education policy decisions and educational operations.
• Knowledge of school improvement, Maine DOE strategic initiatives, systems-change concepts, student centered practices, and tools to support learning in the area of pre-K-12 interdisciplinary content.
• Knowledge of large scale and formative assessment development and administration.
• Knowledge of current and emerging state and federal legislation, rules and regulations impacting education.
• Knowledge of and experience with Maine’s education standards (Learning Results), the process of implementing standards and
• current and emerging trends for PreK-12 interdisciplinary content.
• Knowledge of performance-based and standards-based educational systems.
• Knowledge of systemic change p1inciples.
• Knowledge of effective professional learning design and facilitation for adult learners.
• Knowledge of arts integration, creative learning strategies, and the role of the arts in interdisciplinary instruction OR knowledge of educational leadership practices, including coaching, supervision, and instructional improvement.
• Knowledge of computer software and hardware systems, including networking.
• Knowledge of Total Quality Management concepts, practices and tools and productivity measures.
• Knowledge of documentation strategies.
• Knowledge of alternative assessment, developmental education and experimental learning.
• Ability to facilitate groups and use exemplary interpersonal skills; establish and maintain positive collaborative working relationships; effectively manage multiple projects and provide quality service.
• Ability to integrate PreK-12 interdisciplinary content with other Maine DOE teams such as Workforce Development) Special
• Education, and Federal Programs.
• Ability to assist organizations with systemic change strategies/organizational development.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and use technology for work and learning.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively in a team environment to problem solve.
• Ability to use computer technology for word processing, data applications, telecommunication (email, webinars, faxing) and internet searches.
• Ability to design and implement innovative approaches to school improvement and to student and teacher learning.
• Ability to analyze and interpret research and data and to integrate divergent ideas to solve problems and make decisions.
• Ability to apply and facilitate group dynamics and to use exemplary interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and customer service.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with peers and customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree in Education, Human Resource Development, Psychology, or a related field and five (5) years of experience as an education practitioner. A Masters Degree in an education related field may be substituted for two (2) years of educational experience.

Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements:

Professional teaching or educational administration certificate as issued by the State Department of Education.

Preference will be given to candidates with:

Experience in integrated literacy classrooms, foundational literacy development, and modeling evidence-based literacy practices for educators. Experience or training in interdisciplinary instruction and/or project-based learning is also preferred, as well as experience in literacy instruction.

The selected candidate willbe requiredto pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may berequired) 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.

• 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.