Educational Technician III-Functional Life Skills -grades 5-8

Westbrook School Department; United States; On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three college courses paid each year

Professional development

Summer employment

Job summary

The Westbrook School Department is seeking a full-time Educational Technician III to support students in the Functional Life Skills program for grades 5-8 at Westbrook Middle School. The role involves working with students across academic, social, adaptive living, and emotional domains within SPED and general education settings.

Candidates will join a collaborative special education team, with competitive pay and benefits, professional development, and opportunities for summer employment.

Qualifications

• Supports students with varying needs in SPED and general education settings.
• Works with students in grades 5-8 on academic, social, adaptive living, and emotional development.
• Collaborates with the special education team to align with district programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support in Functional Life Skills within grades 5-8.
• Assist students at different academic and social levels.
• Participate in professional learning and school teams to support student success.

Skills

Special Education support

Adaptive living skills

Social-emotional support

Student collaboration

Education

Maine State Ed Tech III Certification 023 or 025

Job description

Educational Technician III-Functional Life Skills -grades 5-8 JobID: 901

• Date Posted: 9/14/2026
• Location: Westbrook Middle School

The Westbrook School Department is seeking a full time Educational Technician III at our Middle School in our Functional Life Skills program. The position will require supporting students with varying needs, in grades 5-8, within the special education and general education settings. The position requires the ability to work with students at differing levels academically, socially, adaptive living skills, and emotionally. The qualified candidate will be given: competitive salaries and benefits, three college courses paid each year (University of Maine system rate), continued professional development, and opportunities for summer employment. The candidate will become part of our devoted, friendly, and collaborative special education team. Westbrook School District Special Services Department provides student-centered instruction to support the diverse learning needs of students districtwide, in grades kindergarten through high school. Our innovative and dedicated staff employ evidence based literacy and mathematics programs to promote student success. We offer programming and a variety of related services across a continuum of settings. These programs foster a learning community that supports student's academic, social-emotional, functional, and pre-vocational needs. Our Special Services Department offers a collaborative work environment that sets high expectations for our staff and students. Our commitment to students and families is unsurpassed. Our culturally rich and equity focused district fosters an environment where staff and students work together to fulfill our mission. Come join the rewarding teaching and learning environment offered by Westbrook Middle School, a dynamic middle school in a rapidly growing, multicultural community in southern Maine. All WMS learners, grades 5-8, are valued and supported by our commitment to an equitable and rigorous educational experience. Our knowledgeable, skilled educators take part in a variety of action-oriented leadership and learning teams in partnership with administration as we continue our evolution to be the best comprehensive public middle school we can be. We are busy creating engaging learning spaces where all our students belong and can be successful regardless of race, religion, culture, ethnicity or ability. The WMS community is seeking the right person to join us! Proudly serving one of the most diverse communities in the state in a growing suburb of Portland, Maine's largest city, the Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce in order to grow as a culturally rich and equity focused school district. All voices are heard in our schools. Through our student-centered programs, we meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all learners and embrace our identity as a whole child district. Our schools serve learners in PK-high school as well as Career and Technical Education and Adult Education. We nurture a collaborative working environment and a culture of continuous growth through supportive leadership, high expectations, and opportunities for professional learning. We also offer competitive pay and generous benefits. Together we fulfill our One Promise: The best education for all, for life. We invite you to join our team!

All applicants must submit an online application and upload the following documents: resume, transcripts, proof of Maine State Ed Tech III Certification 023 or 025, licensure, and CHRC, and three current letters of reference.

This is a position within the Support Staff Collective Bargaining Agreement. The CBA may be found here. The range of wages is $22.15 / hr to $ 26.99 / hr depending on experience.

EOE Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce to support a vibrant, culturally rich, and equity-focused school district.