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6th/7th ELA Teacher
Warsaw Middle School

Warsaw Middle School is looking for a dynamic, motivated, and creative individual to fill an open 6th grade ELA teaching position (this position is part of a 6/7 loop). Warsaw Middle School is a 5-8 middle school that is part of MSAD 53, which serves the towns of Burnham, Detroit, and Pittsfield. Warsaw Middle School fosters the social, emotional, and academic growth of all students by adhering to middle school philosophy, promoting integrated units of study, utilizing a 2 year looping model, and having a strong advisory program. Warsaw is located in Pittsfield - the heart of Maine. This is a thriving and diverse community that boasts premier medical and manufacturing facilities as well as unique and quaint small businesses. Pittsfield is also home to Maine Central Institute as well as a variety of social and cultural organizations. Interested candidates should hold a Maine 100 English/Language Arts (6-12) certification. Interested candidates should visit MSAD53.org and submit a completed application packet.

School Counselor
Manson Park & Vickery Schools

MSAD #53, Manson Park & Vickery Schools, are looking to find a dynamic individual to work as a school counselor for Grades PK-4 for the 2025-26 school year. The school counselor will work closely with students, families, teachers, and staff to foster a positive school climate and culture, implement Second Step strategies, and provide individual and group support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach guidance classes to grade levels 1-3 throughout the week.

• Support Second Step social-emotional lessons, language, and strategies.

• Provide social-emotional support through individual and small group counseling and check-ins.

• Implement positive behavior supports and promote a positive school climate.

• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support student success.

• Assist students with building advocacy, conflict resolution and coping strategies.

• Crisis assessment and management.

• Support attendance initiatives and student engagement efforts.

• Partner with families and community organizations to meet student needs.

State of Maine Guidance Counselor Certification (075) preferred. Additional licenses will be considered. Position remains open until a suitable candidate is found. Interested candidates should visit https://www.msad53.org and submit a completed application packet.

Kindergarten Teacher
Manson Park School

Manson Park School (part of MSAD #53 and the communities of Burnham, Detroit, and Pittsfield) is looking for a kindergarten teacher for the 2025-26 school year! We are looking for a dynamic and energetic educator to join our kindergarten grade team and welcome our youngest learners and families to Manson Park School.

The successful candidate would join a group of educators committed to students and offer a high quality education in a positive learning environment. The candidate will demonstrate knowledge in child development, social and emotional development, elementary literacy, math, science, and social studies instruction. Strong classroom management and communication skills are essential.

Candidate must hold valid teacher certification from Maine Department of Education and be fingerprinted. Position remains open until a suitable candidate is found. Interested candidates should visit https://www.msad53.org and submit a completed application packet.

Social & Emotional Learning & Behavior Supports Educational Technician
Warsaw Middle School

Warsaw Middle School is looking for a dynamic, student-centered, and compassionate individual willing to work with students on an individual/small group basis. This individual will develop a rapport with students and help provide a safe space for them to land while they are at school. The position will entail helping set students up with daily routines that include morning check-ins and afternoon check-outs, as well as helping students develop skills and strategies that will assist them in regulating their emotions. The goal of this position is to help reduce barriers for students and support them in being successful in the school setting. Warsaw Middle School is a 5-8 middle school that is part of MSAD 53, which serves the towns of Burnham, Detroit, and Pittsfield. Warsaw Middle School fosters the social, emotional, and academic growth of all students by adhering to middle school philosophy, promoting integrated units of study, and having a strong advisory program. Warsaw is located in Pittsfield - the heart of Maine. This is a thriving and diverse community that boasts premier medical and manufacturing facilities as well as unique and quaint small businesses. Pittsfield is also home to Maine Central Institute as well as a variety of social and cultural organizations. Ed. Tech. III salary is based on experience and is outlined in the MSAD 53 Support Staff Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position includes benefits. Safety Care training is required and can be provided by the district. Interested candidates should visit MSAD53.org and submit a completed application packet.

Special Education Teacher
Grade 5/6 Resource Room Special Education Teacher
Warsaw Middle School
282 Endorsement Preferred

MSAD 53 is seeking an energetic, team-oriented individual to fill an open Special Education Teacher position in the 5/6 grade Resource Room at Warsaw Middle School. Looking for a candidate with strong organizational skills, the ability to be flexible, to multitask and to case manage students. Responsibilities include providing specially designed instruction in ELA and Math, managing and implementing IEPs, measuring and reporting on academic and functional progress, consulting with contracted providers, and reporting to parents.  Experience with behavior plans is also preferred.

Substitute school nurse

MSAD #53 is seeking substitute school nurses to provide medical treatment to students when the regular school nurse is absent.

Requirements:  Must have a current RN license and a Maine Department of Education Criminal History Records Check (CHRC).  Previous school nursing experience preferred but not required.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

Manage school clinic visits, intervene with actual and potential health problems, and assist with decision-making

Manage and support chronic health conditions

Dispense and monitor physician ordered medications and/or treatments.

Manage and use equipment and supplies ordered by a health care provider for everyday or extended use in the school setting.

Provide and/or appropriately delegate health care procedures

Establish and maintain professional communication with all stakeholders which is ongoing, timely and respectful with consideration given to professional confidentiality

Maintain individual student health records adhering to documentation standards

Create a caring, trusting, personal climate conducive to learning

Possible physical demands include, but are not limited to: standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, bending and reaching outward.

For complete step by step instructions on obtaining your CHRC certification from the DOE, please visit: https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting.