PreK Educational Technician; Ed Tech II or III), Marcia Buker Elementary School

PreK Educational Technician (Ed Tech II or III)

Location: Marcia Buker Elementary School, Richmond

Position Type: Full-Time, School-Year, 5-day/week AM and PM sessions

Start Date: 2026‑27 school year

Final date to receive applications: When suitable candidate is found

Marcia Buker Elementary School is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic PreK Educational Technician. The Ed Tech will work under the direction of the classroom teacher to support young learners in a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate PreK environment that follows the PreK for ME curriculum.

• Support the classroom teacher in implementing daily routines and learning activities.
• Assist students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs using positive guidance techniques.
• Help supervise students in the classroom, playground, cafeteria, and during transitions. Prepare and organize materials for meals, lessons, projects, and classroom centers.
• Provide individual or small group support during instructional times, including literacy and play‑based activities.
• Assist with self‑care and other personal needs, as appropriate.
• Communicate positively, professionally, and collaboratively with students, staff, and families.
• Follow safety procedures, classroom rules, and school protocols.

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Ed Tech II or III certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience working with young children, preferably in a school or childcare setting.
• Patience, flexibility, and a supportive, team‑oriented approach.
• Basic technology skills (e.g., tablets, interactive whiteboards) are a plus.
• Ability to follow teacher direction and contribute to a collaborative classroom environment.

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting on the floor, kneeling, and moving quickly to support young children.

Compensation is based on experience and the applicable contract or district pay scale. Benefits available for eligible employees.

A complete application packet includes:

• Support Staff Application form fully completed and signed
• Transcripts
• Maine Certification(s) or certification application status
• Resume
• Gaps in employment during the past ten years explained
• Three letters of reference
• Cover letter (letter of interest)
• YES to any of the questions in the BACKGROUND section fully explained

Scanned application packets can be sent to kterry or mailed to:

Richmond School Department
P.O. Box 248
Richmond, Maine 04357

Applications will close when a suitable candidate is chosen.

EOE