Special Education 1:1 Ed Tech II/III - Lewiston Middle School

About the role

Assists Special Education Teacher in delivering educational services indicated in students' Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavioral Support Plan (PBSP) within RISE/Day Treatment programs operated by Lewiston Public Schools.

Responsibilities

• Able to facilitate 1:1, 1:2 and small group instruction while meeting the needs of complex learners.
• Includes all academic and social opportunities throughout the day, such as lunch, recess, hallway transitions, and breaks with peers and transportation.
• Facilitates classroom setup, individual student areas, and prepares materials for specialized instruction.
• Collects relevant data and performs data entry.
• Assembles/hangs materials on bulletin boards and keeps displays current as requested.
• Operates standard school equipment such as computer, laminator, copier, audiovisual, etc.
• Follows the day-to-day schedule of students.
• Communicates professionally with students, staff, and the school community.
• Develops effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
• Advocates for inclusion of RISE students within the General Education setting.

Qualifications

• Three years postsecondary education and/or the accumulation of 90 credit hours of approved study in a related area.
• This is essential for Education Technician III certification required by Maine DOE.
• This is also required for (School Based) Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) certification.

Skills

• Previous work in child care and/or education is preferred.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Willingness to advocate for inclusion of RISE students within the General Education setting.

Benefits

Lewiston Public Schools offers a robust employee benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health insurance with up to 85% of the premium paid by the employer;
• Dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance;
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts;
• Maine Public Employee, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans;
• 12 paid sick days per year;
• Tuition reimbursement and more!