Special Education Tech III-Developmental Disorders

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education resources

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a Special Education Tech III - DD to provide instruction and behavioral support for students with developmental disorders. This role, under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher, requires a minimum of 90 credits of approved study and offers a sign-on bonus of up to $7,000. Candidates should have experience working with children with developmental challenges. MaineHealth offers a supportive environment and various benefits, including paid parental leave and training resources.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school, hospital, or residential setting preferred.
• Certification as School-Based Behavioral Health Professional preferred.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide education and care to students' ages 5+.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and behavioral support to students.
• Collaborate with Special Education Teacher and other professionals.
• Help children learn new ways of coping with challenges.

Skills

Experience with children or youth with developmental disorders

Certification as an Education Technician III

Knowledge of behavioral support techniques

Education

Minimum of 90 credits of approved study

Job description

Description

MaineHealth Behavioral Health

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.

Eligible candidates may receive a signon bonus of up to $7,000, paid in accordance with program guidelines.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Minimum of 90 credits of approved study required.
2. 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).
3. 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.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: DOE fingerprinting.
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Knowledge and skills necessary to provide education and care to students' ages 5-

Benefits

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.