Functional Life Skills Educational Technician I

ServingSchools; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Course reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Waterville Public Schools in Waterville, Maine, seeks an Educational Technician I for the Functional Life Skills program at Brookside Elementary to support students with diverse needs. You will assist teachers, implement IEPs, and foster a positive, inclusive environment that encourages student independence and confidence.

The role follows school-year hours with health and dental insurance, course reimbursements, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

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

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 and progress.
• 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 Building Administrator or supervising teacher.

Skills

Experience working with children

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Follow multi-step directions

Educational technology usage

Education

High School diploma or GED

Appropriate Department of Education Authorization

Job description

Waterville Public Schools in Waterville, Maine, seeks an Educational Technician I for the Functional Life Skills program at Brookside Elementary to support students with diverse needs. You will assist teachers, implement IEPs, and foster a positive, inclusive environment that encourages student independence and confidence.

The role follows school-year hours with health and dental insurance, course reimbursements, and professional development opportunities.