WRVC Educational Technician

Westbrook School Department; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Westbrook Regional Vocational Center is seeking a dynamic full-time Educational Technician III to support students in Building Trades and Electrical programs. The role involves assisting instructors with classroom and lab activities, facilitating hands-on learning, and promoting academic growth and workforce readiness.

The ideal candidate has knowledge of construction math, basic carpentry, tools, and safety procedures, with a collaborative, adaptable approach to a diverse learning environment.

Qualifications

• Assists instructors with classroom and lab activities.
• Supports hands-on learning experiences.
• Reinforces concepts and skills introduced in instruction.
• Helps students stay engaged and productive.
• Works with individuals or small groups for support.
• Comfortable with indoor/outdoor learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructors with classroom and laboratory activities to support hands-on projects.
• Support hands-on learning experiences and reinforce concepts introduced in instruction.
• Help students stay engaged, productive, and on-task during activities.
• Support classroom organization, student participation, and collaborative work.
• Provide coverage when the instructor is unavailable and help maintain a safe learning environment.

Skills

Carpentry basics

Hand tools

Power tools

Construction math

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Education

Maine State Ed Tech III Certification 023 or 025

Job description

Location: Westbrook Regional Vocational Center

Westbrook Regional Vocational Center is seeking a dynamic full-time Educational Technician III, beginning as soon as possible.

About the Position

The Educational Technician III is an integral member of our instructional team, helping create a positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment where all students can thrive. By building strong relationships with students and collaborating closely with instructors, the Educational Technician supports student success through encouragement, guidance, and individualized assistance that promotes academic growth, career readiness, and personal responsibility.

Responsibilities include assisting instructors with classroom and laboratory activities, supporting hands-on learning experiences, reinforcing concepts and skills introduced during instruction, and helping students stay engaged and productive throughout the learning process. The Educational Technician may work with individual students or small groups to provide additional clarification, practice, or support as needed to help students meet academic and technical learning goals.

This position involves daily physical demands, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting and carrying materials and equipment, and actively assisting students during hands-on projects. It requires work in a variety of learning environments, including classrooms, technical shop spaces, and active off-site construction and job sites. The successful candidate must be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors and be prepared to work in varying weather conditions, including seasonal elements.

Additional responsibilities include assisting with classroom organization and management, supporting student participation and collaboration, monitoring student progress, providing class coverage when the instructor is unavailable, and helping maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment. The successful candidate will contribute to a culture of high expectations, student achievement, and workforce readiness while supporting the diverse needs and strengths of all learners.

Because this position primarily supports students in the Building Trades and Electrical programs, candidates should possess a working knowledge of construction-related mathematics, including measurement, fractions, area, volume, and basic geometry. The ideal candidate will demonstrate basic carpentry skills , familiarity with common hand and power tools and safety procedures, or have a willingness to learn alongside students and instructor(s), as well as showcase practical problem-solving skills, pa tience, flexibility, strong organizational skills, and a genuine commitment to helping students build confidence, independence, problem-solving abilities, and workplace readiness. The successful candidate will be a collaborative team member who is adaptable to the evolving needs of students, programs, and the school community, and will perform other duties as assigned.

Certification

• Maine State Ed Tech III Certification 023 or 025

About the School

Westbrook Regional Vocational Center (WRVC) is a collaborative Career and Technical Education (CTE) school with nearly 400 learners and 25 staff. Our 16 programs serve 11 sending schools and offer cutting-edge, rigorous, and relevant CTE learning that prepares students for a wide range of high-wage, high-skill, high-demand careers. CTE programs at WRVC blend content with real-world applications and live work-based learning to prepare students for college and career pathways. Students work in collaborative teams to develop solutions to authentic problems and learn how to implement protocols and procedures in the classroom and the field. WRVC is an inclusive, inviting, and engaging place to prosper and find a fulfilling career.

About the District

Proudly serving one of the most diverse communities in the state in a growing suburb of Portland, Maine's largest city, the Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce in order to grow as a culturally rich and equity-focused district. All voices are heard in our schools. Through our student-centered programs, we meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all learners and embrace our identity as a whole child district. Our schools serve learners in PK-high school, as well as Career and Technical Education and Adult Education. We nurture a collaborative working environment and a culture of continuous growth through supportive leadership, high expectations, and opportunities for professional learning. We also offer competitive pay and generous benefits. Together we fulfill our One Promise: The best education for all, for life. We invite you to join our team!