Special Education Technician II

Servingschools; Houlton (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Servingschools is looking for a Special Education Technician II for the 2026-2027 school year in Houlton, Maine. This role involves working directly with special needs students, providing both instructional and non-instructional support. Candidates must possess a proper Maine DOE certification and demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal skills, and a commitment to equity and inclusion.

The position is aimed at fostering an inclusive environment and requires the ability to adapt instructional strategies to student needs. Applications are open until a suitable candidate is found.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with special needs students in small groups under the direction of the special education teacher.
• Assist the teacher in devising strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on student needs.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Assist with supervision during non‑instructional time.
• Participate in in‑service training as assigned.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow instructional plans and adapt to student needs

Knowledge of special education practices and behavioral supports

Patience, empathy, and a commitment to equity and inclusion

Education

Proper Maine DOE certification

Job description

Special Education Technician II

2026 - 2027 School Year

RSU 29 is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students. We believe in empowering students with disabilities through individualized instruction, compassion, and collaboration. Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families within the RSU 29 school district. This position provides instructional and non‑instructional duties with indirect professional supervision.

The nature of this position is to work with the teacher, content specialist, and/or supervisor in planning and implementing instructional activities for students. The Educational Technician II may perform short‑term instruction and management activities with indirect professional supervision and may instruct and/or supervise small groups of students in settings removed from the classroom.

Responsibilities include:

• Work directly with special needs students in small groups on academic and functional skills under the instructional direction and supervision of the special education teacher.
• Assist the teacher in devising strategies for reinforcing material or skills, based on an understanding of individual students, and their needs, interests, and abilities.
• Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information as is expected of fully licensed teachers.
• Assist with the supervision of students during non‑instructional time, and with non‑instructional duties.
• Participate in in‑service training, as assigned.

Skills:

• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructional plans and adapt to student needs
• Knowledge of special education practices and behavioral supports
• Patience, empathy, and a commitment to equity and inclusion

Proper Maine DOE certification and background check required for all positions.

Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found, EOE.

RSU29 does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disability in admission to, access to, treatment in or employment in its programs and activities.