Special Education Ed Tech III - Lyman Elementary School (2 openings)

REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57
Office of the Superintendent
Waterboro, ME 04087

Educational Technician III - Special Education

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal or Designee

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:

• Documentation of at least three years of post-secondary education or a combination equivalent to 90 hours of approved study in an educationally related field.
• Demonstrated strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of the instructional process and the needs of students, including students with special needs.
• Knowledge of emergency, health, and safety procedures preferred.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing in-service training as requested by the Administrator and/or Director.
• Must hold or be eligible for Maine Educational Technician III Authorization for the State of Maine and CHRC Approval Certificate.
• Must maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality regarding student information as required by law.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for successful fulfillment of assigned responsibilities.
• Prior experience in an educational setting is desirable but not required.

WORK YEAR:

School year, in accordance with the Educational Technician III Bargaining Agreement.

JOB GOAL:

To assist teaching staff in maintaining an appropriate classroom environment where students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available learning resources.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Instructional Support

• Work with individual students or small groups to review and reinforce learning previously introduced by the classroom teacher or content specialist under their direct supervision.
• Assist teachers in developing strategies to reinforce materials or skills based on students' individual needs, interests, and abilities.
• Guide independent study, enrichment activities, and remedial work assigned by the teacher or content specialist.

Non-Instructional / Non-Evaluative Functions

• Administer, score, and record achievement or diagnostic tests as directed by the teacher or content specialist.
• Assist students with the use of instructional materials and equipment.
• Provide input to the IEP process and parent conference days, when requested.

Computer Lab Responsibilities

• Provide primary support for computer lab technology, including troubleshooting, maintenance, and software installation or upgrades.
• Provide basic network support for staff and students.
• Provide technology assistance to staff as needed.
• Assist with maintaining the building's hardware and software inventory.
• Prepare the computer lab budget and order supplies or software.
• Support staff in using mobile lab technology.
• Assist staff with integrating technology into curriculum and lesson plans.

Preparation of Instructional Materials

Classroom

• Copying, typing, filing, cutting, laminating, bulletin board preparation, classroom calendars, and book orders.

Library / Media

• Check materials in and out.
• Shelve returned books.
• Process and catalog new materials including books, magazines, periodicals, and audio-visual resources.

Special Education

• Assist with preparation for IEP meetings.
• Prepare instructional materials including copying, typing, filing, cutting, laminating, and bulletin board preparation.

Classroom and Student Supervision

• Assist with playground/recess duty, bus duty, study hall, detention, lunch supervision, and similar responsibilities.
• Assist with supervision during emergency drills, assemblies, field trips, and other school activities.
• Provide escort and assistance services to students as necessary.

Library / Media Support

• Assist students in locating materials.
• Assist the Library/Media Specialist with sto