Careers at MARESA

Experience the Benefits of Working at MARESA

At Marquette-Alger RESA, we support our team with the compensation, stability, and growth opportunities you deserve.

  • Competitive Wages
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental & Vision
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Professional Development
  • Advancement Opportunities

Current Openings

Apply directly through our application portal. All positions are in Marquette, MI unless noted otherwise.

MARESA Openings

All current MARESA postings are listed on our application portal — check there for the latest openings.

School Psychologist

Full-time$10,000 Signing Bonus

Marquette, MIDeadline: Open Until Filled

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Conduct special education eligibility evaluations, serve on IEP teams, and help lead Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) implementation across local school districts to support students' social, emotional, and educational needs. Compensation is set by the MEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Full-time

Marquette, MIDeadline: June 29, 2026

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Provide therapeutic intervention and behavior support to students with developmental disabilities in educational settings, applying Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques and collecting progress data under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Mental Health Specialist

Part-time

Marquette, MI

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A part-time (0.5 FTE) role delivering therapy and intervention services to students in local school districts — assisting with mental health screenings, functional behavior assessments, and treatment plans that address students' social-emotional needs. Compensation follows the MEA bargaining unit scale.

Early Childhood Specialist

Full-time

Marquette, MI

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Support high-quality preschool programs across Marquette and Alger counties through classroom coaching, professional development, and curriculum guidance, while helping ensure program compliance and continuous quality improvement. Compensation is set by the MEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Talent Together Openings

Talent Together is an innovative partnership led by Michigan Intermediate School Districts to support educator workforce development.

No openings at this time.

Partner Organization Openings

These positions are with partner organizations, not MARESA — apply directly through the hiring organization.

No openings at this time.

Substitute Teaching

Substitute teachers and aides are hired through ESS/WillSub — but there’s a required background-check and forms process to complete with MARESA before you create a WillSub account. Substitute paraeducators and coaches: work with your preferred local district to have your background check processed.

See how to apply — steps & forms

Why Marquette?

Working at MARESA means living in one of the Upper Peninsula’s most vibrant communities. Our office sits two blocks from Lake Superiorand two blocks from Marquette’s thriving downtown — surrounded by world-class hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and outdoor adventure.

As the largest city in the U.P. and home to Northern Michigan University, Marquette offers a rich mix of culture, dining, arts, and community — with a small-city feel and a lower cost of living.

Explore Life in Marquette

13

Member Districts

9,000+

Students Served

~200

Team Members

1 of 56

Michigan ISDs

Don’t see the right fit?

We’re always looking for talented, mission-driven people. Send us your resume and we’ll keep you in mind for future opportunities.

Send Your Resume to hr@maresa.org