PreK Special Education Ed Tech II/III - Dyer Elementary School

South Portland School Department; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

South Portland School Department is seeking an Educational Technician to support PreK students at Dyer Elementary School, contributing to development across academic, social-emotional, and behavioral areas through the PreK for ME curriculum.

Role requires experience with young children, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate with families and staff. 35 hours/week, on-site at Dyer Elementary and Small Schools, with ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in early childhood or PreK settings.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and flexibility skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the PreK teacher to support implementation of the PreK for ME curriculum.
• Support students' academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and developmental growth.
• Assist with classroom routines, small group instruction, and individualized student support.
• Foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with members of the district PreK team and related service providers.
• Attend professional development and participate in ongoing training opportunities.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of the role.

Skills

Experience with young children

Strong communication, collaboration, &

Education

Maine DOE Certification

Job description

PreK Special Education Ed Tech II/III - Dyer Elementary School JobID: 512

• Location: Instructional Support

South Portland School Department is seeking an Educational Technician to support students in the PreK program at Dyer Elementary School. This position supports young learners in a high-quality early childhood classroom focused on academic, social-emotional, and behavioral development through the PreK for ME curriculum.

• Hours and Location: 35 hours per week: 8:15-3:15 five days a week at Dyer and Small Schools
• Qualifications
  • Experience working with young children, preferably in an early childhood or PreK setting
  • Ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and flexibility skills
• Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the PreK teacher to support implementation of the PreK for ME curriculum
  • Support students' academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and developmental growth
  • Assist with classroom routines, small group instruction, and individualized student support
  • Foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment
  • Collaborate with members of the district PreK team and related service providers
  • Attend professional development and participate in ongoing training opportunities
  • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of the role

Candidates should demonstrate effective communication skills, a strong desire to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, and be flexible. All EdTech Positions Require Certification from Maine Department of Education: https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/application .