What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education - Ed Techs I, II & III position at Districtwide?
MT. BLUE REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT - RSU 9
227 MAIN STREET, FARMINGTON, ME 04938
Phone (207) 778-6571 Fax (207) 778-4160
COMMUNITY CULTURE CURRICULUM
“Working together to provide high-quality educational opportunities for all.”
CHESTERVILLE - FARMINGTON - INDUSTRY - NEW SHARON - NEW VINEYARD - STARKS TEMPLE - VIENNA - WELD - WILTON
Educational Technician - I, II, III
Resource Room, Adaptive Skills, or Day Treatment
School Year 25-26
Program Descriptions:
- Resource Room: Assist learners with skill deficits in below-grade-level reading, math, or executive functioning skills. Learners spend as much time as possible in the general education setting and are pulled for direct instruction in key areas.
- Adaptive Skills: Section 28 BHP training preferred, but willing to train. The program works on functional life skills development for learners with more complex needs.
- Day Treatment: Section 65 BHP training is preferred, but willing to train. The program works on behavioral and clinical needs in a therapeutic setting so learners can access their education.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED or an Equivalent
- Applies knowledge and skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities
- Displays cooperation skills; shows the ability to work as a team member; promotes high morale; maintains sensitivity and confidentiality toward co-workers, students, and families and program operations
- Regularly present and consistently arrives at work or to assigned tasks promptly; follows appropriate leave policies.
- Demonstrates the ability to utilize available information and experience, reason and reach sound conclusions, make mature, logical, timely decisions, exercise safe work habits
- Shows genuine interest and concern for the quality of own work and goals of the program; respects students, co-workers, professionals, and chain of command; adheres to policies and procedures
Certifications
- Ed Tech certification from Maine DOE
- BHP Certification is preferred, the district will provide training
- SafetyCare Certification is preferred, the district will provide training
- CHRC (Fingerprinting Approval)
- Who Must be Fingerprinted?
- Anyone who works for a school district that is over 18 years old
- Anyone who is contracted through a school district
- What do I need to be Fingerprinted?
- Create a MEIS account: Go to https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting for instructions on how to create a MEIS account
- Register at https://me.ibtfingerprint.com/ to make your fingerprints appointment. ($55 fee)
- Submit a new application for CHRC. ($15 fee)
- How often do I need to be Fingerprinted?
- Every 5 years, unless you have been continuously employed for the last 5 years by a Maine school district.
- **Coaches and Substitute Teachers must be fingerprinted every 5 years, regardless of continuous employment.
- What is the status of my Fingerprints?
- Go to https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/status. You will need to provide your last name and the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number
- What is the contact phone number for help?
- Call the Maine Department of Education’s Certification Office at 207-624-6603.
Performance Responsibilities
- Provides instruction as directed under the supervision of the lead teacher, in any special education program in the assigned school, or any school in the district based on the need for the day.
- Informs special education and regular classroom teacher(s) of any problems or special information regarding individual students.
- Participates in training programs as assigned.
- Works with individual or small groups of students under the direct professional supervision of the classroom teacher or content area specialist.
- Consistently observes, records, follows and implements behavior management and disciplinary strategies developed by the team.
- Carries out assigned duties relating to the supervision of students (e.g., recess, lunch, boarding buses, class trips, to and from classes, and/or other related services programs).
- Supervises students for recess, lunch, and boarding buses, class trips, and to
- and from classes and/or other related service programs.
- Provide classroom management functions.
- Assist in the preparation of instructional materials.
- Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information regarding students and their families.
- Maintains a high level of professionalism in following and supporting school district policies, school rules, and team standards in all areas.
- Reports to the lead teacher if unable to resolve a conflict with a colleague.
- Follows all requirements regarding time clock procedures and adjustment slips
- Substitutes for other support staff when requested by administration (central office).
- Follows expectations in the special education ed tech manual.
- Is dependable, has positive work relationships, and has a positive attitude towards students, colleagues, and work tasks.
Working Schedule
- School Year - building schedule
Travel Requirements
- Travel between schools or district buildings may be required for certain positions.
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Note: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.
Salary : $17
