Pre-K Ed Techs

Early Childhood Ed Tech

We have an opening 30 hour per week, academic year position working with preschool children with disabilities ages 3-5. Local may be required. Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred. Work will primarily take place in the Kingman area.

SALARY RANGE:

Ed Tech I $15.59 - $24.74

Ed Tech II $17.12 - $26.87

Ed Tech III $18.53 - $28.84

Some benefits of CDS employment:

• Maine State Employee Medical coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• $250 per year Professional Development Stipend
• Maine State Employee Living Resources Program (Employee Assistance)
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
• Work/Life Balance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Great coworkers, and the satisfaction of helping kiddos who really need you!

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

The Education Technician will provide instruction to children identified with developmental disabilities under the direction of a teacher. Additionally, this position may serve as an e-helper to children receiving speech therapy via tele-practice. Experience working with preschool populations and working with a multidisciplinary team is preferred. A current Ed Tech certification and a criminal history check are required.

Permitted Performance Responsibilities

The CDS Special Education, Education Technician will:

• Exhibit a positive professional attitude with supervisors, co-workers, students, and community.
• Maintain confidentiality of all student and employee related information.
• Meet with program supervisor on a regular basis to share information and discuss student progress.
• Review and reinforce learning previously introduced by the teacher(s).
• Assist in the preparation of classroom materials and class management functions.
• Introduce new learning, pre-planned in collaboration with the Teacher of Children With Disabilities.
• Exhibit positive language and behavior skills as a model for children and families.
• Provide input to completion and maintenance of individual observational child assessment.
• Conduct one-on-one or small groups with indirect professional supervision.
• Supervise small groups of students in community-based programs.
• Any other appropriate duties the Site Director/Supervisor deems necessary.

Required Supervision

• Perform short-term instruction in small classes or in community-based programs with indirect supervision
• Meet with the Teacher of Children With Disabilities or appropriate contact area specialist and receive direction at least on a twice weekly basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Obtain and maintain authorization as an Ed Tech III with the Maine Department of Education
• Document three years of postsecondary education or a combination equivalent to 90 hours of approved study in an educationally related field
• Successful background, criminal records, fingerprinting and reference check

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems and special education methods
• Ability to interact with a wide variety of people
• Ability to provide individual and group services in a variety of settings and models
• Ability to establish an effective rapport/relationship with children and parents
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an early childhood team
• Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
• Ability to adapt therapy techniques to varying personalities and environments
• Ability to travel to a variety of locations to deliver services
• Ability to motivate young children

Please send resume and completed CDS Employment Application (on CDS website) to:

Amy Bragg, Site Director

CDS Two Rivers / Downeast
797 Wilson St. #2
Brewer, ME 04412

Child Development Services serves the early intervention and special education needs of Maine's children birth to age five. We have over 350 employees, a large network of contracted providers and currently serve over 3,500 children ages 0 to 5 years.

CDS consists of 10 principal sites throughout Maine with several satellite offices.

This posting is being offered by an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.59 - $28.84 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Veterans’ Preference: Maine law provides a preference to qualified veterans and gold star spouses by ensuring they are offered an interview. If you are a veteran or a gold star spouse and wish to take advantage of this preference, please indicate below. Documentation is required. For more information, visit: https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/veterans-preference-in-job-applications.

Please enter 1, 2, or 3 below as appropriate.
1. Not Claiming Veterans’ Preference
2. Veteran Claiming Preference (requires DD Form 214)
3. Gold Star Spouse Claiming Preference (requires DD Form 1300)

License/Certification:

• Maine DOE Ed Tech Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kingman, ME 04451: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $250