What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Education Teacher position at Maine Central Institute?
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Maine Central Institute is seeking a full-time faculty member to join the Human Development Department beginning in January 2027. We are looking for an applicant with the experience or ability to teach Physical Education. The Physical Education teacher provides instruction in Health, Wellness, and Fitness to students in grades 9-12, with a focus on outdoor recreation, adventure skills, and habits that support lifelong well-being.
An ideal applicant will be comfortable teaching in a 1:1 iPad classroom, using Google Classroom to post course materials, and communicate with students and parents. This position requires frequent communication with parents, counselors, and other teachers, scheduling interventions for students, and attending department/faculty meetings.
Founded in 1866, Maine Central Institute is an independent town academy serving students in grades 9-12 from surrounding local communities as well as international students from over 20 countries. The ideal candidate will possess a strong desire to teach at an independent residential school. Each faculty member is expected to contribute to the co-curricular environment at MCI. This position has a training start date of January, 2027.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher; a master’s degree in education is preferred.
- Ability to teach multiple pathway related courses.
- The ideal candidate would have APE certification.
- Prior high school teaching experience is required and experience with students with a wide range of abilities and international students is preferred.
- Proficiency in use of instructional technology; experience with a 1:1 program a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with students, parents, peers, and supervisors.
- Proficiency in the use of data to assess student progress and to drive instruction.
Job Requirements
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, completed MCI Job application (MCI Job Application) and three letters of reference.
Benefits
MCI offers a competitive benefits program including medical, vision and dental plans, disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
Contact information
Scott Giallombardo, Dean of Academics
Maine Central Institute
295 Main Street
Pittsfield, Maine 04967
Phone: (207) 487-4453
E-mail: sgiallombardo@mci-school.org
Maine Central Institute considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, age, marital status, veteran's status, or physical or mental disability. We offer reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with a disability. MCI offers generous health benefits, on-campus housing, access to campus offerings (dining services, library and athletic facilities when available). MCI offers a competitive benefits program including medical and dental plans, disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
Salary : $45,681 - $66,415