Literacy Ed Tech III - Lyman Elementary School

Educational Technician III Literacy Position

Location: Alfred Elementary

Reports To: Building Principal, Curriculum Director/Instructional Consultants

Qualifications:

• Satisfactory completion of two years of college/university or 90 college credit hours
• Holds or is eligible for Maine State Authorization as an Educational Technician III
• Evidence of successful experience working with children
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development

Job Goal: To assist teachers in achieving academic, functional, and behavioral objectives for students.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Work with individual students and/or small groups to reinforce previously taught skills in literacy and numeracy, under the direction of the classroom teacher or content specialist
• Plan and support new learning opportunities for students, as appropriate to the Educational Technician III role
• Maintain classroom expectations and support positive student behavior
• Assist with instructional and classroom activities, including practice exercises and small group work
• Support students in school-related activities outside the classroom (e.g., field trips)
• Perform non-instructional duties as assigned
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support student learning

Professional Responsibilities:

• Maintain knowledge of student goals, progress, and accommodations
• Attend meetings, trainings, and consultations as directed
• Document and participate in required professional development
• Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA
• Adhere to all School Board policies and procedures

Additional Duties:

• Perform other duties as assigned by administration

Physical Demands:

• The employee must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including but not limited to: sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods; climbing stairs, bending, kneeling, crouching, pushing, and pulling; lifting 25-75 pounds, depending on student needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Terms of Employment: Salary, work year, and working conditions will be established by the RSU 57 School Board. Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer RSU 57 is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics, in compliance with state and federal laws.