Special Education Functional Life Skills BHP Ed Tech II​/III - Lewiston Middle School

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.

$20.86 - $28.12

Health insurance, 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.
  • Includes all academic and social opportunities throughout the day, such as lunch, recess, hallway transitions, breaks with peers and transportation. The Ed Tech is always with their student(s), unless otherwise indicated by the IEP and/or Special Education Teacher direction.
• Able to implement and follow an IEP and PBSP.
  • Responsible to execute de-escalation strategies throughout the day.
• 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.
• Operate 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 demand staff's constant attention. Includes but not limited to:
  • Refrain from cell phone use, except during personal breaks.
  • Be mindful of clothing choice; employees must wear closed‑toe shoes.
  • Follow precautions set forth in PBSP and by Sped / BCBA/Clinician direction.
  • Keep calm in unforeseen circumstances, being thoughtful of variables that may or may not maintain challenging behavior.

• Because of the nature of the services we provide to our students, teamwork is imperative. Good teamwork starts with professional communication skills that facilitate a safe and structured environment for students and staff.
  • Written communication
    • Any written communication should be legible, professional and with the best interest of students in mind.
  • Verbal communication
    • Feedback may be delivered in many different methods during the day. Feedback should always be intended as a tool to improve one's skill and/or increase job knowledge.
    • Directions and recommendations given by Special Education Teacher, BCBA, Clinician, and school administration should be followed through to the greatest extent possible.
    • Communication between Ed Techs should be appropriate to the environment and audience.

Instruction in RISE/DT classroom with Special Education Teacher with 1:1, 1:2 and small groups in RISE/DT and General Education classrooms as indicated.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Three years postsecondary education and/or the accumulation of 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.
• This is also required for (School Based) Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) certification.

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 situations to students, co‑teachers, and other school personnel as appropriate.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute mean (average), rate, ratio, and percent and to draw bar and line graphs.

Ability to follow complex educational and behavioral treatment plans. Ability to find solutions when…