Educational Technician I - Day Treatment/Functional Life Skills - ASHS - 1102

ServingSchools; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Course reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Albert S. Hall School, part of Waterville Public Schools in Waterville, Maine, seeks an Educational Technician I for its Functional Life Skills program.

The role supports students with diverse learning needs, implements IEPs, and collaborates with teachers to foster independence and confidence. The position follows the school calendar, with benefits including health and dental insurance, course reimbursement, and professional development opportunities, aligning work-life balance with the

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Appropriate Department of Education Authorization required.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with computers and educational technologies.
• Ability to follow multi-step directions.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and assessment support under direct teacher supervision.
• Maintain a safe environment through consistent communication with students and staff.
• Follow written student plans and approved teaching techniques.
• Conduct, record, and summarize student observations.
• Prepare calendars, bulletin boards, and instructional materials.
• Document student learning with educational technology.
• Keep timely records of work completion and progress.
• Alert teachers to behavior or performance changes and adjust interventions.
• Direct students in use of equipment and materials.
• Perform related duties as assigned by administration or teacher.

Skills

Experience working with children

Independent work

Team collaboration

Educational technology

Multi-step directions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Appropriate Department of Education Authorization

Job description

Educational Technician I – Functional Life Skills – Albert S. Hall School

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

The Waterville Public School System serves over 2,000 students of all ages in and near Waterville, Maine. Recognized as one of the city’s greatest assets, our schools engage every child in challenging, student-centered learning while providing a safe, welcoming environment for them to learn and grow.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Educational Technician I to join our Functional Life Skills program. The ideal candidate will support students with diverse learning needs in developing essential academic, social, and daily living skills. This role involves assisting classroom teachers, implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), and fostering a positive, inclusive environment that encourages student independence and confidence.

The city of Waterville is located on the banks of the Kennebec River and is easily accessible from two exits off I-95 as well as Route 201. Waterville offers access to affordable housing, employment opportunities, medical facilities, outdoor activities, and a vibrant arts, entertainment, and culinary scene. http://www.waterville-me.gov/about/

Educational Technician I – Functional Life Skills

• This is a school-year position that follows school-day hours and school vacations—an ideal schedule for working parents or those who value work-life balance aligned with the academic calendar.
• Benefits highlight: health and dental insurance, course reimbursement, and professional development
• Full job description available online at: https://wtvl.aos92.org/careers/open-positions

Primary Responsibilities

• Works with individuals or small groups of students to provide instructional and assessment support with direct teacher supervision
• Ensures a safe environment through consistency and communication with students and staff
• Follows student plans as defined in written plans or as directed by the teacher applying approved techniques
• Conducts, records and summarizes student observations as directed
• Applies classroom rules, expectations, materials and assignments consistently
• Uses educational technology to document and/ or support student learning
• Maintains timely and accurate records of student work completion, behavioral progress and other areas following established routines and procedures
• Prepares calendars, bulletin boards, and instructional support materials as directed
• Alerts teachers to changes in student behavior or performance and makes minor adjustments to current intervention strategies
• Directs student use of equipment and materials
• Performs additional related duties as requested by the Building Administrator or supervising teacher

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Appropriate Department of Education Authorization
• Experience working with children
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to work with computers and other educational technologies
• Ability to follow multi-step directions

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Waterville Public Schools does not discriminate in the operation of our educational and employment policies and will honor all appropriate laws relative to discrimination.