Anticipated - Educational Technician III

Educational Technician III

The Kittery School District is currently seeking an Educational Technician III to support students with academic and/or behavioral challenges at Mitchell School (Grades PK-3) as part of the MTSS model. Main job tasks and responsibilities include maintaining confidentiality of all students, family and employee related information, meeting with administrators and/or academic coaches regularly to share information and discuss student progress, reviewing and reinforcing learning previously introduced by the teachers; may introduce new learning planned by certified teachers under indirect supervision, leading small group academic and behavioral instruction under indirect supervision of administrators and certified teachers, supporting inclusive learning and social opportunities for students throughout the school day, administering and assisting instructional staff with mandated test programs and/or subjects specific assignments for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans, maintaining appropriate certification, maintaining and applying current best practices to support students' math, literacy and behavior goals in alignment with school-wide expectations and instructional frameworks, exhibiting positive language and behavior skills as a model for children and families, participating in required trainings as assigned, and performing any other appropriate duties the administrator deems necessary.

Minimum qualifications include obtaining and maintaining authorization as an Ed Tech III per Chapter 115 of the Maine Department of Education, documenting successful completion of at least three years of post-secondary education or 90 credit hours approved study in a related area, and successful background, criminal records, fingerprinting and reference check.

Required knowledge, abilities and skills include experience with students ages 4-10, knowledge of early literacy and math skills preferred, ability to assist with behavior plans put in place by certified teachers, therapeutic crisis intervention (TCI) certification preferred including de-escalation and physical management techniques (training will be provided if not currently certified), working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems and intervention methods, exhibiting a positive professionalism with supervisors, co-workers, students, parents and community, interacting with a wide variety of people, providing individual and group services in a variety of settings and models, establishing an effective rapport/relationship with children and parents, working collaboratively as a member of an early childhood team, effectively communicating - orally and in writing, maintaining composure in stressful situations, demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and ability to take initiative.

Physical demands include standing, walking, sitting, climbing stairs, stooping, kneeling, and crouching. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Candidates must submit to a criminal history record check through the Maine Department of Education.

Required application materials include a completed Applitrack application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, a copy of current certification, and three current letters of reference. Internal candidates may apply in writing to View email address on click.appcast.io.