Educational Technician III/Functional Life Skills Program

Westbrookschools; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Westbrook School Department is seeking a full-time Educational Technician III to support students in the Functional Life Skills programs for grades K-4 within special and general education settings. The role emphasizes working with students at varying academic, social, and emotional levels and joining a collaborative special education team.

Westbrook District highlights competitive pay and benefits, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for summer employment as part of its

Qualifications

• Maine State Ed Tech III Certification (023 or 025) required.
• Experience supporting students in grades K-4 within special education and general education settings.
• Ability to work with students at varying academic, social, and emotional levels.

Responsibilities

• Support students with varying needs in K-4 within SPED and general education.
• Collaborate with a devoted, friendly, and collaborative special education team.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and district initiatives.

Skills

Student support

Team collaboration

Special education

Education

Maine State Ed Tech III Certification 023 or 025

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Westbrook School Department

Educational Technician III/Functional Life Skills Program JobID: 751

• Date Posted: 10/28/2025
• Position Type: Support Staff/ Education Technician III - Special Education
• Location: Saccarappa School

The Westbrook School Department is seeking a full time Educational Technician III for our Functional Life Skills programs. The position will require supporting students with varying needs,in grades K-4, within the special education and general education settings. The position requires the ability to work with students at differing levels academically, socially, 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.

Saccarappa Elementary is a PK-4 school of approximately 400 learners and 80 dedicated staff. The average class size is just 17 students. In addition to literacy and numeracy, our curriculum includes classes in art, music, STEAM, physical education, and library. Technology resources and skills are integrated across the curriculum and school settings. Our Title I school is proud of its knowledgeable and compassionate Multilingual, Special Education, MTSS, and Gifted and Talented programs. Staff work collaboratively to provide support for a wide range of diverse learners. Professional Learning Communities meet weekly during early releases in order to study best practices and hone the art of teaching. We are proud of the partnership we have with our families, the Saccarappa PTO, and many other community members who make Saccarappa School a special place to teach and learn.

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!

Certification: Maine State Ed Tech III Certification 023 or 025

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

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