Educational Technician III - ABLE Program

Educational Technician III - ABLE Program

• Position Type:
  Special Education Services / Special Education Ed Tech
• Date Posted: 5/26/2026
• Location:
  
  Chelsea Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
  August 2026

Chelsea Elementary School is seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and student-centered Educational Technician III to join our ABLE Program team for the 2026/2027 school year. The ABLE Program supports students in grades K–8 with autism spectrum disorders and behavioral or emotional challenges in a highly supportive educational environment focused on growth, communication, independence, and inclusion.

This position is ideal for someone who values teamwork, relationship-building, and creating meaningful learning experiences for students with diverse needs. This position is full time, 7.5 paid hours/day.

• Supporting students academically, behaviorally, socially, and emotionally throughout the school day
• Implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), behavior plans, and instructional strategies under the direction of special education staff
• Assisting students with communication, regulation, transitions, and daily routines
• Helping maintain a safe, positive, and structured learning environment
• Participating as an active member of a strong, team-oriented program

• Appropriate State of Maine DOE Certification and CHRC authorization
• Experience working with students with special needs preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to implement behavior plans based on ABA principles
• Flexibility, patience, and a positive attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team