COTA/Educational Technician RSU#23/Old Orchard Beach

Regional School Unit 23; Old Orchard Beach (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a COTA/Educational Technician III at RSU 23 in Old Orchard Beach, ME. The role supports students with disabilities, providing pediatric occupational therapy services under supervision and assisting as an educational technician within the same classrooms.

The position requires Maine DOE certification, CHRC clearance, and strong communication and organizational skills. The pay range is listed, with placement based on prior experience, and the role promotes community

Qualifications

• Possess strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in supporting students with diverse needs.
• Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of technology.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing in-service training.
• Interest in participating in the school community outside of the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services for students under an OT supervisor.
• Support students in classrooms as an Educational Technician III.
• Assist in carryover of therapeutic skills to classroom activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Technology proficiency

Willingness to train

School community engagement

Job description

COTA/Educational Technician RSU#23/Old Orchard Beach JobID: 861

• Position Type:
  Special Education/ Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Date Posted:
  7/21/2026
• Location:
  Jameson Elementary School

Located a ½ mile from the Atlantic Ocean and 15 minutes from Portland, Jameson Elementary School is seeking candidates for a COTA/Educational Technician III position to support students with various disabilities, including autism, in a self-contained setting. The position will be responsible for providing occupational therapy services for the students within the classrooms. This will be conducted under the supervision of the school-based OT. The remainder of the week will be spent supporting the students as an educational technician III within the same classrooms to support the carryover of skills.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Maine DOE Certified Occupational Therapy Assistantlicense
• Valid Maine DOE Criminal History Records Check (CHRC)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Interest in supporting students with various learning styles and needs
• Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of technology
• Willingness to participate in ongoing in-service training
• Interest in participating in the school community outside of the classroom

PAY RATE:

$20.39 - $26.79

• Starting placement within the Collective Bargaining Agreement step scale is determined by prior credited experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

RSU 23 is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Posted until filled