Rise Bhp Ed Tech Iii - 7.5Hrs - Geiger Elementary School

To Apply: www.lewistonpublicschools.org

• Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Gaps in employment
• 3 Letters of reference
• Maine Certification

Salary : $16.69 to $19.99 per hour
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.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 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 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 demands staff's constant attention. This includes but is not limited to:
  • • • refraining from cell phone use, except during personal breaks
      • being mindful of clothing choices 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.

COMMUNICATION

• 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. Feedback should always be intended as a tool to improve one's skills and/or increase job knowledge.
    • Directions and Recommendations are given by Special Education Teacher, BCBA, clinicians, 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.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 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.
PREVIOUS EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
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 the Education Technician III certification required by Maine DOE.
• This is also required for (School Based) Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) certification.