Secondary Learning Strategist (Math Specific) - Mt. Ararat Middle School

Welcome to Maine School Administrative District #75

Serving Maine’s Midcoast communities of Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, and Topsham, MSAD 75 is home to over 2,350 students and more than 600 faculty and staff members.

MSAD 75 is seeking a Secondary Learning Strategist to join our vibrant educational community. Together, we can inspire the next generation of learners and leaders.

JOB GOALS: The Learning Strategist is a collaborative instructional specialist responsible for designing and delivering targeted, data-driven supports to students who require additional academic or behavioral assistance to succeed in the core curriculum. This role champions a deep commitment to the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, collaborating closely with classroom teachers and special educators to strengthen Tier 1 instruction and proactively embed high-impact interventions within the general education setting. Specific assignments and locations may be shifted based on student and program needs around the District.

CERTIFICATION:

Must hold a valid State of Maine Department of Education Certification in at least one of the following areas:

• Math-Focused: Middle/Secondary Certification with Math Endorsement (300) 
• Middle/Secondary Special Education Certification (282) with relevant professional experience or coursework in Math
• General Elementary Certification (K-8) with relevant professional experience or coursework in Math

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• State of Maine Department of Education Background Check (CHRC) authorization
• Mandt trained or ability to obtain
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and adapt curriculum.
• Effective behavior management skills.
• Proficiency in using technology for instruction and record-keeping.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to the success of all students
• Master’s Degree Preferred

How to apply for or renew a CHRC/Certification

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote an Inclusive Culture: 
• Serve as a champion for equity and inclusion, fostering a school-wide culture where diverse learning needs are viewed as assets and where all staff share responsibility for all students.
• Model and train staff on UDL principles, promoting the use of flexible methods, varied materials, and technology-rich environments that allow students with diverse needs to demonstrate mastery.
• Partner with teachers to proactively remove learning barriers, ensuring that grade-level content is accessible to every learner before interventions are necessary.
• Collaboration for Core Instruction: 
• Partner with general education teachers and special educators to co-plan, co-teach, and implement collaborative service delivery.
• Adapt and provide consultation about lessons, ensuring the core curriculum is accessible and challenging for all learners from the outset.
• Develop and model the use of a wide range of accessible tools, flexible methods, and high-leverage technology to ensure students can actively participate in grade-level instruction, activities and assessments.
• Collaborate with building administrators and teachers to guide, train, and support paraprofessionals. 
• Collaboration for Intervention:
• Organize and synthesize student data to assist in team decision-making regarding student intervention and enrichment 
• Facilitate team meetings to review student data, identify learning barriers, and design and implement comprehensive, proactive, strengths-based interventions.
• Collaborate with grade level teams to design and implement research-based academic and behavioral interventions and embed those interventions in the general education setting to the greatest extent possible.
• Conduct frequent brief assessment to monitor progress and determine if interventions and supports are effective for students
• Plan and deliver Tier 2 and 3 math, literacy, or behavioral interventions to targeted students
• Actively participate in building and/or district leadership teams to identify systemic barriers to student achievement
• Establish and maintain strong, collaborative partnerships with families that encourage and facilitate their active participation and input in the educational planning process.
• For candidates holding a valid Special Education certification, this role may include serving as a Special Education Casemanager for a limited number of cases, ensuring the development, implementation, and compliance of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Why MSAD 75?

• Professional Growth: At MSAD 75, employees grow professionally, build strong relationships, and help shape the future of our community one student at a time.
• Supportive Environment: We strive to build an environment that is diverse in perspectives, talents, backgrounds, and experiences.
• Comprehensive Benefits: MSAD 75 offers a Flexible Benefits Plan, including medical and dental coverage, flexible spending account (FSA), 403(b) & 457(b) plans, MainePERS, employee assistance program (EAP), professional development reimbursement, paid time off and more!
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: The Orion Performing Arts Center provides a cultural beacon in the region, offering first-rate live performances and enriching experiences for both staff and students.

MSAD 75 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, ancestry, or disability in its employment or in the administration of its educational policies and programs.