Special Education Resource Room Ed Tech II​/III - Geiger Elementary 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.

Salary Range: $20.86 - $28.12 (SY 26-27)

Benefits: 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!

Other duties may be assigned.

• Able to facilitate 1:1, 1:2 and small group instruction while meeting the needs of complex learners.
  • This includes all academic and social opportunities throughout the day. Examples of this are any and all academic instruction and include other areas throughout a student's day such as lunch, recess, hallway transitions, and breaks with peers and transportation. Essentially this means that a RISE/DT 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 implement de‑escalation strategies throughout the day.
• Assist with setup of classroom, individual student area, and prepare materials for specialized instruction.
• Collect relevant data and enter data.
• Assist in assembling/hanging materials on bulletin boards and keep displays current as requested.
• Operate standard school equipment such as computer, laminator, copier, audiovisual, etc.
• Follow the day‑to‑day schedule of students.
• Provide 1:1 and other direct services requiring constant attention, including:
  • Refraining from cell phone use, except during personal breaks.
  • Choosing appropriate clothing such as closed‑toe shoes.
  • Following precautions set forth in PBSP and by Sped / BCBA/Clinician direction.
  • Mantaining calm in unforeseen circumstances and 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. It 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 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. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 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…