Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Educational Technician III to join our team in Maine. This role is designed for a professional committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs. As an Ed Tech III, you will work closely with teachers, specialists, and school leadership to provide individualized and small-group instruction, therapeutic support, and a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with individual students or small groups to provide instructional and assessment support under the guidance of the teacher.
• Meet with classroom/program teachers or specialists to receive direction regularly, whenever possible, twice a week.
• Perform short-term instruction in small classes or community-based programs under indirect supervision.
• Conduct one-on-one or small group instruction under indirect supervision.
• Reinforce and review learning introduced by the education specialist.
• Introduce pre-planned learning activities in consultation with teachers or specialists.
• Assist with field trips, toilet training programs, cafeteria participation, and comparable activities.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 90 credit hours of approved study in an education-related field.
• Educational Technician III authorization by the Maine Department of Education.
• Successful background checks, including criminal records, fingerprinting, and reference checks.
• Prior experience working with school-age children is preferred.
• Willingness and physical ability to participate in therapeutic restraint training.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with computers and other educational technologies.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with students, teachers, and families.
• Patience, empathy, and a professional approach to managing diverse needs and behaviors.
• Flexibility and adaptability to support various learning and behavioral goals.
• Organizational and time management skills to effectively meet the demands of the role.