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Business and Marketing Teacher

Maine Central Institute is seeking a full-time faculty member to join the Humanities Department beginning in August for the 2026-2027 school year. We are looking for an applicant with the experience and ability to teach Business and Entrepreneurship subjects. The Business Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging, standards-based instruction in business-related subjects to students in grades 9–12 with an emphasis on experimental learning. This role focuses on developing students’ understanding of business principles, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, economics, and career readiness skills while fostering critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and real-world application through partnerships.

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 August 20, 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher; a master’s degree in education or business is preferred.
• Ability to teach multiple upper level business courses (may include AP Business, AP Macroeconomics and AP Microeconomics)
• Prior high school teaching experience is required and experience with students with a wide range of abilities and international students 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.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, completed MCI Job application and three letters of reference. MCI offers a competitive benefits program including medical, vision and dental plans, disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

For more information or to apply today, contact:

Scott Giallombardo, Dean of Academics
Maine Central Institute
295 Main Street
Pittsfield, Maine 04967
Phone: 207-487-4453
E-mail: sgiallombardo@mci-school.org

Computer Science Teacher

Maine Central Institute is seeking a full-time faculty member to join the Science Department beginning in August for the 2026-2027 school year. We are looking for an applicant with the experience and ability to teach Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence related subjects. The teacher will be responsible for delivering engaging instruction in computer science and related technologies and foster problem-solving, computational thinking, and ethical technology use while preparing students for college, careers, and informed citizenship in a digital world.

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 August 20, 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher; a master’s degree in education or computer science is preferred

• Ability to teach multiple upper level computer science courses (may include AP Computer Science Principles and AP Computer Science A)

• Prior high school teaching experience is required and experience with students with a wide range of abilities and international students 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.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, completed MCI Job application and three letters of reference. MCI offers a competitive benefits program including medical, vision and dental plans, disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

For more information or to apply today, contact:

Scott Giallombardo, Dean of Academics
Maine Central Institute
295 Main Street
Pittsfield, Maine 04967
Phone: 207-487-4453
E-mail: sgiallombardo@mci-school.org

Math Teacher

Maine Central Institute is seeking a full-time faculty member to join the Mathematics Department beginning in August for the 2026-2027 school year.  We are looking for an applicant with the experience or ability to teach college preparatory courses in our traditional AP Calculus path. Courses may include Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and PreCalculus.

The faculty member will work closely with colleagues to develop an engaging learning environment that promotes critical thinking and problem solving.  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 30 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 August 20, 2026. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in mathematics or education required; a master’s degree in education or math is preferred.

• Ability to teach multiple college preparatory courses (may include Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, or PreCalculus depending on the candidate's strengths)

• Prior high school teaching experience is required and experience with students with a wide range of abilities and international students 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.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, completed MCI Job application and three letters of reference. MCI offers a competitive benefits program including medical, vision and dental plans, disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

For more information or to apply today, contact:

Scott Giallombardo, Dean of Academics
Maine Central Institute
295 Main Street
Pittsfield, Maine 04967
Phone: 207-487-4453
E-mail: sgiallombardo@mci-school.org

Director of Information Technology

The Director of Information Technology is an administrative-level position reporting to the Head of School. The Director of Information Technology provides overall leadership, planning, and management of all areas of information technology.

Essential Responsibilities

• Working with the school’s academic and administrative leadership, provide strategic planning and strong collaborative leadership to set the direction and implement information technologies to support the school’s mission.
• Manage all information technology resources including budgets, network infrastructure, academic and administrative systems, hardware/software, and phone/cell phone services.
• Create and administer the technology operating and capital budgets.
• Provide and maintain a high quality technology support environment for all faculty, staff, and students.
• Work with the academic leadership to develop and implement strategies to effectively integrate technology into the curriculum.
• Establish and enforce information technology standards, procedures, and policies.

Skills and Experience

• Significant Information Technology (IT) leadership experience and proven success in managing information technology resources and services, preferably in an educational environment.
• Ability to articulate a vision for information technology in an educational environment and to develop strategic and operational IT plans to achieve that vision in collaboration with key users and the academic and administrative leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive partnerships with end users as the result of effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• High commitment to quality services and enjoys working in a fast paced, high-standards organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of computer hardware, software, networking and related technologies including: VMware server and desktop virtualization, Microsoft Server OS and Active Directory, and networking (SANs, VLANs, Wireless, Firewalls.)
• Experience with educational administrative systems such as, Power School, Virtuous, Aplos, Office, and Google Apps, Cisco Hardware, Meraki Hardware, Cisco VOIP Phone System, Unity Voicemail.
• Familiarity with E-Rate Funding.
• Ability to thrive as an integral member of a team while being able to work autonomously on long and short-term initiatives.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred, in IT, education or related field
• IT management experience strongly preferred.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, completed MCI Job application and three letters of reference. MCI offers a competitive benefits program including medical, vision and dental plans, disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

For more information or to apply today, contact:

David Pearson, Head of School
Maine Central Institute
295 Main Street
Pittsfield, Maine 04967
E-mail: dpearson.org

Educational Technician I

Maine Central Institute is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Educational Technician I to join our supportive educational team for the 2025-2026 school year. This important position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of high school students, grades 9–12, by providing individualized and small group support within the regular education setting.

In this role, you’ll work closely with students with special needs, assisting them in navigating classroom expectations and ensuring they have the tools and encouragement they need to succeed. Responsibilities include helping students stay focused and organized, supporting their engagement with academic work, and assisting in the development of effective learning strategies and accommodations tailored to their individual needs.

If you’re passionate about education and eager to be part of a caring, student-centered environment, we would love to hear from you. 

All applicants must have ed tech certification and be fingerprinted.

For more information or to apply today, contact:

Scott Giallombardo, Dean of Academics
Maine Central Institute
295 Main Street
Pittsfield, Maine 04967
Phone: 207-487-4453
E-mail: sgiallombardo@mci-school.org