Educational Technician III - Self-Contained/Day Treatment - WJHS - 1070

Primary Responsibilities

• Works with individuals or small groups of students to provide instructional and assessment support under the general guidance of the teacher
• Consults with supervising teacher and creates/carries out lesson plans independently
• Ensures a safe environment through consistency and communication with students and staff
• Follows student plans as defined in written plans or as directed by the teacher applying approved techniques
• Counsults with supervising teacher on a regular basis and actively contributes to staff meetings
• Makes minor adjustments to current intervention strategies based on student behavior or performance
• Applies classroom rules, expectations, materials and assignments consistently
• Prepares calendars, bulletin boards, and instructional support materials as directed
• Documents and supports student learning using educational technologies
• Alerts teachers to changes in student behavior or performance
• Maintains confidentiality about all aspects of student performance and written and oral records
• Demonstrates a respect for the legal and human rights of students, staff, parents, School Board, and other community members

Qualifications

• Three or more years of post-secondary education, or 90 semester hours approved study, or equivalent, in an educationally related field
• Appropriate Department of Education Certification
• Experience working with children in a school setting
• Training or experience in the application of behavior management
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to work with computers and other educational technologies
• Ability to follow multi-step directions

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Course reimbursement
• Professional development

The city of Waterville is located on the banks of the Kennebec River and is easily accessible from two exits off I-95 as well as Route 201. Waterville offers access to affordable housing, employment opportunities, medical facilities, outdoor activities, and a vibrant arts, entertainment, and culinary scene.

Waterville Public Schools does not discriminate in the operation of our educational and employment policies and will honor all appropriate laws relative to discrimination.