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ServingSchools · 3 months ago

Special Education 1:1 LE Ed Tech II/III

Lewiston, ME

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$20.06/hr - $27.04/hr

ServingSchools is dedicated to providing educational services to students with special needs. The role of Special Education 1:1 LE Ed Tech II/III involves assisting the Special Education Teacher in implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and Positive Behavioral Support Plans (PBSP) while promoting academic and social opportunities for students.

Education

Responsibilities

Able to facilitate 1:1, 1:2 and small group instruction while meeting the needs of complex learners

Able to implement and follow an IEP and PBSP

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, by nature demand staff’s constant attention. This includes but not limited to: refraining from cell phone use, except during personal breaks; being mindful of clothing choice worn on a daily basis (i.e. employees must wear closed-toe shoes); following precautions set forth in PBSP and by Sped / BCBA/Clinician direction; keeping 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 should be legible, professional and with the best interest of students in mind

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 with to the greatest extent possible

Communication between Ed. Techs should be appropriate to the environment and audience which surrounds them

Qualification

IEP implementationBehavioral Support PlanData collectionEducation Technician certificationBehavioral Health Professional certificationChild care experienceTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

Three years postsecondary education and/or the accumulation of 90 credit hours of approved study in a related area

Essential 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

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 plans are exhausted that are within the scope of applicable laws, and methodology of Applied Behavior Analysis and QBS, Safety Care

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and School committee policies

Willingness to advocate for inclusion of RISE students within the General Education setting