Literacy Tech & Instruction Lead III

Servingschools; Lyman (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

RSU 57 is seeking a Literacy Educational Technician III at Lyman Elementary School in Maine. The role supports teachers by assisting with instructional activities, lab technology, and classroom operations, while helping administer assessments and participate in IEP processes.

The position involves collaboration with staff, supervision duties, and a focus on safety and student needs in a school setting. Salary per hour ranges and is defined by RSU 57 bargaining terms.

Qualifications

• Documentation of at least three (3) years of post-secondary education or a combination equivalent to 90 hours of approved study in an educationally related field.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; understanding of the instructional process; and awareness of student needs, including those of students with special needs.
• Knowledge of emergency, health, and safety procedures preferred.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing in-service training as requested by administration.
• Must hold or be eligible for State of Maine Educational Technician III Authorization and CHRC Approval Certificate.
• Ability to maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality regarding student information, as required by law.
• Demonstrated aptitude and competence for successful fulfillment of assigned responsibilities. Prior experience in education is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Support: Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning introduced by the teacher/content specialist under direct supervision.
• Instructional Support: Assist in developing strategies to reinforce material based on student needs, interests, and abilities.
• Instructional Support: Support independent study, enrichment, and remedial work assigned by the teacher/content specialist.
• Non-Instructional Support: Administer, score, and record assessments as directed.
• Non-Instructional Support: Assist students with instructional materials and equipment.
• Non-Instructional Support: Provide input to the IEP process and parent conferences when requested.
• Computer Lab Responsibilities: Provide primary support for computer lab technology, including troubleshooting, maintenance, and software updates.
• Computer Lab Responsibilities: Support network functions for staff and students (user setup, upgrades, maintenance).
• Computer Lab Responsibilities: Provide building-wide technology support as needed.
• Computer Lab Responsibilities: Assist with software support and user assistance.
• Computer Lab Responsibilities: Maintain current hardware and software inventory in collaboration with the Technology Coordinator.
• Computer Lab Responsibilities: Prepare and manage the computer lab budget, including ordering supplies and software.
• Computer Lab Responsibilities: Support mobile lab technology and assist staff with technology integration into curriculum.
• Instructional Materials Preparation: (as needed).
• Classroom: Copying, typing, filing, cutting, laminating, bulletin boards, calendars, and book orders.
• Library/Media: Check materials in and out; shelve returned items; process and catalog new materials.
• Special Education: Assist with IEP preparation; prepare instructional materials (copying, filing, laminating, etc.).
• Classroom: Assist with supervision duties including recess, lunch, bus, study hall, and detention; support student supervision during drills, assemblies, and field trips.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding instructional process

Awareness of student needs

Health & safety procedures knowledge

In-service training willingness

Education

Post-secondary education hours

Job description

RSU 57 is seeking a Literacy Educational Technician III at Lyman Elementary School in Maine. The role supports teachers by assisting with instructional activities, lab technology, and classroom operations, while helping administer assessments and participate in IEP processes.

The position involves collaboration with staff, supervision duties, and a focus on safety and student needs in a school setting. Salary per hour ranges and is defined by RSU 57 bargaining terms.