K-4 Special Education Assistant — Support & Growth

ServingSchools; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ServingSchools is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join a collaborative special education program for Grades K-4. You will support students with diverse needs, reinforce instruction, and help maintain a positive, structured classroom environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork with teachers, educational technicians, and clinicians to implement individualized strategies and behavior plans, while promoting students’ communication, social, and independence skills in a nurturing setting.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age, ED Tech III (90+ college credits) Preferred.
• Must obtain CPR/First Aid/BBP certifications within 60 days of hire. (agency provided)
• Must obtain Safety Care certification within 30 days of hire. (agency provided)
• Must obtain BHP certification within 12 months of hire. (agency provided)
• Valid State of Maine driver license, reliable transportation with proof of registration and insurance, and willingness to use own transportation for work.

Responsibilities

• Help students understand and follow their daily routines
• Support students during classroom lessons, transitions, meals, play, and other school activities
• Reinforce instruction and skills introduced by special education teachers
• Work alongside and provide support to educational technicians
• Collaborate with clinicians, BCBAs, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other members of the student support team
• Use individualized strategies, visual supports, positive reinforcement, and other tools identified in students' educational and behavior plans
• Help students develop communication, emotional-regulation, social, academic, and independence skills
• Notice and build upon each child's unique interests, strengths, and needs
• Respond to challenging moments with patience and respect
• Assist with classroom organization, preparation, documentation, and other daily needs

Job description

ServingSchools is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join a collaborative special education program for Grades K-4. You will support students with diverse needs, reinforce instruction, and help maintain a positive, structured classroom environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork with teachers, educational technicians, and clinicians to implement individualized strategies and behavior plans, while promoting students’ communication, social, and independence skills in a nurturing setting.