Special Education Ed Tech III, Functional Academics

•King Middle

Portland Public Schools

King Middle School

•Portland, Maine Job Details

Job ID:

5941951

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Sep 28, 2026 3:17 PM (UTC)

Job Description

TITLE:

Special Education Ed Tech III, Functional Academics

•King Middle

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the direction of the Principal, Educational Technician implements academic and positive behavioral support plans, to help ensure a high quality education program and success for every student. Ed Tech also collects and maintains appropriate records and follows required record-keeping procedures and practices. Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills as well as conflict management and resolution skills. Ed Tech recognizes and embraces the essential role they play in the experience of students within Portland Public Schools. Finally, is an integral member of King Middle School that serves as a support to students' holistic well-being.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Support and provide direct instruction to students individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings to ensure achievement of academic goals

Implement lesson plans and follow schedules created by the Special Education Coordinator or appropriate related service provider

Continue planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence from the classroom

Demonstrate cultural proficiency and actively foster relationships that respect, embrace and celebrate students' diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges

Learn about and leverage students' strengths and opportunity gaps and adapt learning methods that appropriately guide, engage and challenge student(s)

Collect, organize, and share data to ensure proactive and ongoing communication with all relevant stakeholders in service of student achievement of academic and functional goals

Foster an engaging and inclusive learning space and relationship that establishes positive student expectations conducive to learners' needs through developmentally appropriate and supportive routines and practices; manages student behavior using prescribed and adapted approaches

Collaborate and communicate across the students' teachers and all relevant staff to ensure students receive necessary additional forms of academic assistance and/or relevant social-emotional support

Collaborate and communicate with the students' families/caregivers and all relevant stakeholders to ensure necessary stakeholders are engaged in understanding and supporting the students' learning and social emotional needs

Maintain FERPA and respect the confidentiality of all student and staff information

Performs other related duties as requested by the School Principal

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Understands the teaching and learning process for the applicable grade span

Able to provide adjustments to instructional approaches and materials that reflect diverse perspectives and trauma-informed practices

Understands data collection, organizing, and sharing best practices that support student achievement of academic and behavioral goals

Demonstrates an equity mindset and approach to work

Committed to challenging personal perspectives, examining one's own biases and a willingness to take feedback, learn and grow around diversity, equity and inclusion related ideas

Able to collaborate across lines of differences with a diverse student population and staff, as well as community partners, and families/caregivers

Engages with families/caregivers and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning

Open to accepting new ideas

Highly responsive and oriented towards transparency and proactive, explicit communication

Communicates ideas in ways that demonstrates respect and is digestible for varied audiences

Willing to take Crisis Prevention (CPI) training

Specific student care and activities may be delegated to the special education staff by the school registered nurse in accordance with Maine state nursing scope of practice law; training, oversight and documentation will be provided by the school nurse

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Preference will be given to candidates with a college degree that includes nine credit hours related to an education field such as behavior management or classroom strategies, and to candidates who have at least one year of experience working with students in structured situations

CPI training certification (or ability to be certified) preferred

Additional combinations of applicable education, training, and experience are welcome

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Maine State Educational Technician III (023) authorization (more info)

Maine State CHRC authorization (fingerprints) (more info)

•if you already have an active Ed Tech certification, you do not need a separate CHRC as this clearance is tied to your certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to perform physical tasks associated with implementing PSPs and safety plans

Frequent bending, walking, running, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 35 pounds may be required

Specific student care and activities may be delegated to the special education staff by the school registered nurse in accordance with Maine state nursing scope of practice law. Training, oversight and documentation will be provided by the school nurse.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

Schedule:

School Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)

Assignment:

Permanent

Reports to: School Principal

Contract:

Part of Ed Tech union (see 2024-2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement here)

Pay range: $22.14-33.79 in current school year (hourly rate based on experience, as outlined in CBA

Benefits:

Eligible for benefits as outlined here

ABOUT KING

Portland Public Schools is dedicated to providing a rich academic experience to support every student's path to success. As a staff member at King, you will become a part of an inclusive community of educators ready to share the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to thriving in a diverse environment. We strive to actively recruit, support, and retain BIPOC staff and to create a culturally responsive and representative learning environment where everyone feels connected, supported, recognized, and empowered. We focus on embracing the diversity of thought, identity, and experience of our staff and students, and on creating opportunities for fellowship and relationship building within our schools and community. We offer career and leadership development opportunities through district-wide programs such as professional development, on-the-job learning experiences, and mentoring that are intended to help you fulfill your career goals and aspirations. We are looking for people who are aligned with our vision. If you share these values, we welcome you to partner with us in this work.

•Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Position Type:

Full-time