Special Education Tech III - Developmental Disorders

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Special Education Tech III—Developmental Disorders at MaineHealth Behavioral Health provides instruction and behavioral support in year-round programs under the supervision of the Special Education Teacher, BCBA/Social Worker and the Director.

The role focuses on meeting academic, behavioral, and daily living needs while helping students learn coping strategies and improve communication and independence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 90 credits of approved study required.
• Certification as an Education Technician III from the Maine Department of Education (minimum of 90 credits in approved study) required or must obtain within 90 days of start date.
• Certification as School-Based Behavioral Health Professional preferred (may be provided upon hire).
• One year of experience working with children or youth with developmental disorders, mental health disorders, and/or challenging behavior in school, hospital, or residential setting preferred.
• DOE fingerprinting required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and behavioral support in year-round programs.
• Under supervision of the Special Education Teacher, BCBA/Social Worker and Director, deliver instructional services and behavioral treatment.
• Help students learn coping strategies and increase communication and independence.

Skills

Experience with developmental issues

Behavioral health knowledge

Effective communication

DOE fingerprinting

Education

Education Technician III certification

90 credits of approved study

Job description

Summary

The Special Education Tech III - DD role provides instruction and behavioral support in year-round special purpose programs. Under the supervision of the Special Education Teacher, BCBA/Social Worker and the Director, the Special Education Tech III—Developmental Disorders is actively involved in providing instructional services and behavioral treatment to meet the required academic, behavioral and daily living needs of students, with a focus on helping children learn new ways of coping with challenges and increasing their communication and independence.

Description

MaineHealth Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health

Req #: 91707

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Minimum of 90 credits of approved study required.
• License/Certifications: Certification as an Education Technician III from the Maine Department of Education (minimum of 90 credits in approved study) required or must obtain within 90 days of start date. Certification as School-Based Behavioral Health Professional preferred (may be provided upon hire).
• Experience: One year of experience working with children or youth with developmental disorders, mental health disorders, and/or challenging behavior in school, hospital, or residential setting preferred.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: DOE fingerprinting.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Knowledge and skills necessary to provide education and care to students’ ages 5-

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $23.38to $31.63 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

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