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Sweetser · 2 weeks ago

Ed Tech II

Saco, ME

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Sweetser is a nationally recognized and accredited leader in supporting Maine children, adults, and families. They are looking for Ed Tech II to assist classroom teachers in supporting students who experience mental, behavioral, and emotional health challenges.

EducationHealth CareMental Health

Responsibilities

Assist classroom teacher by reviewing and reinforcing learning previously introduced by the teacher or specialist under the direct supervision of the teacher

Support the educational plan, including goals and activities, involving students in community and social programming based on individual need, scheduling and assigning instructional activities and following up on results

Reinforce students' personal and social development by reinforcing rules and procedures for administrative matters, students' verbal participation and students' movement within the classroom, between classrooms and on the playground

Provide assistance to community-based programs by supervising small groups with professional supervision

Ensure students' correct behavior by effectively using the behavioral systems that have been put into place by the classroom teacher, appropriate specialist, and treatment team

Conveys information to students by using language concepts, examples, demonstrations and teaching aids, such as audiovisual equipment and computers

Assist classroom teacher by maintaining a safe environment for all students, having knowledge of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), and using the procedures effectively

Set and maintain professional boundaries with language, attire and interactions

Qualification

BHP trainingTherapeutic Crisis InterventionEducational technician experienceWorking with special needsProfessional orientationValid state driver’s licenseCooperative teamwork

Required

Sixty (60) hours of approved college credit hours

Valid state driver's license

BHP training and certification (or willingness to be trained)

Minimum of two (2) years working in the educational technician or related field preferred

Documented participation with in-service training in the field of assignment

Personal characteristics and temperament suitable for working with persons with special needs

Ability to work with difficult-to-manage youth

Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with other professionals on behalf of youth and their families

Capacity to develop a professional orientation to child care

Company

Sweetser

Sweetser is a behavioral health nonprofit that provides evidence-based treatment, support and hope through a statewide network of community-based mental health, recovery, and educational services.

Founded in 1828

Saco, Maine, USA

501-1000 employees