Special Education Treatment Ed Tech II​/III - Lewiston High 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 (SY26-27)

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, including all academic and social opportunities throughout the day (e.g., lunch, recess, hallway transitions, breaks with peers, transportation).
• Able to implement and follow an IEP and PBSP, including de‑escalation strategies.
• Assist with setup of classroom, individual student area, and prepare 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.
• Follow the day‑to‑day schedule of students.
• Maintain constant attention in 1:1 and other direct services: refrain from cell phone use except during personal breaks, wear closed‑toe shoes, follow precautions set forth in PBSP and by Sped / BCBA / Clinician direction, keep calm in unforeseen circumstances and be mindful of variables that may or may not maintain challenging behavior.

• Teamwork is imperative; professional communication skills facilitate a safe and structured environment for students and staff.
• Written communication should be legible, professional, and in the best interest of students.
• Verbal communication: feedback delivered as a tool to improve skill and job knowledge; directions and recommendations from Special Education Teacher, BCBA, Clinician, and school administration should be followed as far as possible; communication between Ed. Techs appropriate to 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).
• Required for Education Technician III certification required by Maine DOE.
• Required for (School Based) Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) certification.

Ability to read and comprehend technical educational instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information in 1:1, 1:2 and small group situations to students, co‑teachers, and other school personnel.

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

Ability to follow complex educational and behavioral treatment plans; find solutions within scope of applicable laws, and methodology of Applied Behavior Analysis and QBS, Safety Care.

Previous work in child care and/or education is preferred; ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and School committee policies; willingness to advocate for inclusion…