Special Education Technician III

ServingSchools; Houlton (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

RSU 29 in Houlton, Maine, seeks an Educational Technician III to work with teachers and specialists in planning and delivering instructional activities for students with disabilities.

The role involves supporting students in small groups, implementing individualized strategies, and supervising during non-instructional times, under supervision and in-service training as needed.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with students, families, and staff.
• Ability to implement instructional plans with fidelity.
• Knowledge of behavioral supports and applicable practices.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Direct work with special needs students in small groups.
• Assist in designing strategies to reinforce material based on student needs.
• Maintain ethical standards and confidentiality.
• Assist with supervision during non-instructional times.
• Participate in in-service training as assigned.

Skills

Communication & interpersonal

Follow instruction plans

Special education practices

Patience & inclusion

Education

Maine DOE Certification

Job description

Houlton Southside School, 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. To provide 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 III may perform short-term instruction and management activities with indirect professional supervision. The Educational Technician llI 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

Communication . Accountability . Respect . Excellence . Service

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.