Special Education RISE BHP Ed Tech II​/III - Lewiston High School

Special Education RISE BHP Ed Tech II/III - Lewiston High School

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SUMMARY: Assists Special Education Teacher in delivery of educational services indicated in students Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavioral Support Plan (PBSP) within RISE/Day Treatment programs operated by Lewiston Public Schools.

Salary Range: $18.91 - $26.00

Lewiston Public Schools offers a robust employee benefits package for full-time employees, including: health insurance with up to 85% of the premium paid by the employer; dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance; flexible spending and dependent care accounts;
Maine Public Employee, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans; 12 paid sick days per year; tuition reimbursement and more!

• Able to facilitate 1:1, 1:2 and small group instruction while meeting the needs of complex learners.
• Assist with setup of classroom, individual student area, and prepares materials for specialized instruction.
• Collect relevant data and data entry.
• Assist in assembling/hanging materials on bulletin boards and keeping displays current as requested.
• Operates standard school equipment such as computer, laminator, copier, audiovisual, etc.
• Responsible for following day-to-day schedule of students.
• The nature of 1:1 and other direct services in RISE/DT requires constant attention. This includes following de-escalation strategies, adhering to PBSP and direction from Special Education Teacher, BCBA/Clinician, and maintaining appropriate conduct and safety.

• Facilitate 1:1, 1:2 and small group instruction throughout the day, including academic instruction and transitions (lunch, recess, hallways, breaks, transportation).
• Follow IEP and PBSP, implement de-escalation strategies, and maintain data documentation as required.

• Teamwork is imperative; maintain professional communication to facilitate a safe and structured environment for students and staff.
• Written communication: legible, professional, and in the best interest of students.
• Verbal communication: provide and receive feedback to improve skills and job knowledge; follow directions from Special Education Teacher, BCBA, Clinician, and school administration.
• Communicate with Ed. Techs appropriately for the environment and audience.

• EDUCATION AND/OR
  
  EXPERIENCE:
  
  Three years postsecondary education and/or 90 credit hours of approved study in a related area. For vocational education, three years of work experience in the field. This is essential for Education Technician III certification required by Maine DOE and for School Based Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) certification.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to read and comprehend technical educational instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in 1:1, 1:2 and small group settings.
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to perform basic arithmetic, compute mean, rate, ratio, percent, and create simple graphs as needed.
• Reasoning Ability: Follow complex educational and behavioral treatment plans; find solutions within applicable laws and methodologies (ABA, QBS, Safety Care).
• Other
  
  Skills and Abilities:
  
  Prior work in child care or education preferred; ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community; strong written and oral communication; commitment to inclusion of RISE students in General Education settings.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may need to sit, stand, walk, and perform basic physical activities; lifting up to 50 pounds may be required;

vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision for data collection.

The work environment is typical of a school setting with potential for loud noise levels; employee is responsible for safety, well-being, and work output of students. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Lewiston Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.