Ed Tech, Life Skills Program

Young World Physical Education; Damariscotta (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Damariscotta, ME is seeking a dedicated Educational Technician I, II, or III to join their special education team. The role involves supporting students with disabilities in a structured setting, collaborating with teachers, and providing life skills instruction.

Applicants should have the necessary certification and experience in special education, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with disabilities in a structured setting.
• Knowledge of life skills instruction.
• Crisis prevention and intervention training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with students with developmental or behavioral disabilities.
• Support life skills instruction.
• Collaborate with teachers and families.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patience

Empathy

Basic technology skills

Education

Certification as Educational Technician I, II, or III

Job description

Job ID: 5806223

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Educational Technician I, II, III

Great Salt Bay is seeking a dedicated Educational Technician to join our special education team.

Responsibilities

• Work with students with developmental, intellectual, or behavioral disabilities in a school or structured setting.
• Support life skills instruction, including personal care, hygiene, communication, community access, and functional academics.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, therapists, and families.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy, and flexibility when working with students who have diverse and complex needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all school and district policies.
• Enter and manage data using basic technology skills and assistive technology.
• Prevent and intervene in crises, with CPI or Safety Care training preferred or willingness to be trained.

Qualifications

• Certification as an Educational Technician I, II, or III (as required by the position and state guidelines).
• Experience working with students with developmental, intellectual, or behavioral disabilities in a school or structured setting.
• Knowledge of life skills instruction, including personal care, hygiene, communication, community access, and functional academics.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, empathy, and flexibility.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to all school and district policies.
• Basic technology skills for data entry and use of assistive technology.
• Crisis prevention and intervention training (e.g., CPI, Safety Care) preferred or willingness to be trained.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Vibrant and supportive work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Great Salt Bay School is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Position Type

Full‑Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 559 Main Street
• Damariscotta, Maine 04543
• Phone: (207) 506‑2633
• Email: [e-mail]

Location

Great Salt Bay Community School, Great Salt Bay School – Damariscotta, Maine. Open in Google Maps.