Educational Technician III-Functional Life Skills Program at Saccarappa

Westbrook School Department; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Benefits

Three college courses paid annually

Professional development

Summer employment opportunities

Job summary

Westbrook School Department is seeking a full-time Educational Technician III to support Functional Life Skills programs for students in grades K-4. The role requires working with learners at varying levels academically, socially, and emotionally.

The district offers competitive salaries and benefits, three college courses paid each year, continued professional development, and opportunities for summer employment as part of a collaborative special education team.

Qualifications

• Maine State Ed Tech III Certification 023 or 025 is required/preferred.
• Experience supporting students with varying needs in special education settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students with varying needs in grades K-4 in both special and general education settings.
• Assist students academically, socially, and emotionally to promote success.

Skills

Student support

Education

Maine State Ed Tech III Certification 023 or 025

Job description

• Date Posted:
  8/28/2026

The Westbrook School Department is seeking full time Educational Technician III's 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!

Visit the careers page of our website, www.westbrookschools.org to be directed to Frontline. This is a position within the Support Staff Collective Bargaining Agreement. The range of salary is $22.15 to $26.99 depending on experience.

The CBA may be found here.

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.