Educational Technician I – Functional Life Skills – BES - 1027

Servingschools; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Course reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Waterville Public Schools seeks an Educational Technician I for the Brookside Elementary School Functional Life Skills program. The role supports teachers, implements IEPs, and helps students develop academic, social, and daily living skills.

The position follows the school calendar with regular hours aligned to the school day, offering benefits such as health and dental insurance, course reimbursements, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in classroom or program settings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to support instruction.
• Proficiency with computers and educational technologies used in classrooms.
• Ability to follow multi-step directions and implement planned activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers with instructional and assessment support under supervision.
• Maintain a safe environment and follow established routines and plans.
• Document observations and progress of students as directed.
• Prepare materials and instructional support resources as requested.
• Support student use of equipment and educational technology.

Skills

Experience with children

Independence and teamwork

Computer literacy

Follow multi-step directions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Department of Education Authorization

Job description

Skills

Educational Technician I – Functional Life Skills – Brookside Elementary 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.

Skills

Educational Technician I – Functional Life Skills – Brookside Elementary 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/

• 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.