What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) - Moore Middle position at Portland Public Schools?
TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) Moore Middle
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Technician III to support students in the Breathe Program at Moore Middle School. The Breathe Program is a specialized, district-wide behavioral and social-emotional program designed for students with significant behavioral needs. It offers a self-contained, flexible learning environment with dedicated staff aimed at supporting students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs) while striving to increase access to general education settings over time.
With the supervision of the Director of Specialized Programs and school principal, the Ed Tech assists the Special Education Teacher by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning, positive behavioral interventions and safety. Responsibilities involve managing students with behavioral disabilities in alignment with behavior plans and IEP's, supporting student engagement in academics individually and in small groups, supporting instructional goals, motivating learning, assisting with classroom management, data tracking, Mainecare billing documentation, and non-instructional duties such as supervising lunch, recess, and non-academic time.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Managing Behavior
- Aligns with students IEPs and behavior plans to support, de-escalate, manage the behavior of students, including crisis intervention
- Utilizes de-escalation techniques and therapeutic interventions in crisis intervention as appropriate
- Implements Positive Support Plans (PSPs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and Individual Treatment Plans (ITPs)
- Supervises students between classrooms, during lunch period and recess, as well as during to and from transportation as needed
- May support preparing materials or reorganizing of classroom as needed
Supporting Instruction
- Provides specially designed instruction (defined as instructional activities designed to address deficits related to a student's disability) to students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Implements lesson plans and follows schedules created by the special education teacher or appropriate related service provider
- Continues planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence from the classroom
Collaboration and Data Support
- Meets with the Special Education team weekly regarding educational needs, accommodations, and modifications
- Tracks data as requested, providing information to assist the team in the evaluation of the learning process, behavior management programs, and individual student needs and progress
Other
- Maintains FERPA and respects the confidentiality of all student and staff information
- Maintains ethical behavior
- Performs other duties, as assigned
- 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.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
- Ability to calculate accurately
- Ability to interact with staff, students, parents, and others in a professional manner
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
- Approval as an Educational Technician III by the Maine Department of Education; in the alternative, Maine conditional or professional teacher certification
- CPI training certification (or ability to be certified) preferred
- 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
CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Maine State Educational Technician III (023) authorization (more info)
- Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (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 Ed Tech 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
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
- Schedule: School Year
- Assignment: Permanent
- Reports to: School Principal
- Contract: Part of Ed Tech union (see 2024-2027 CBA here)
- Pay: Hourly rate based on experience, as outlined in CBA
- Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here
ABOUT MOORE:
Lyman Moore Middle School is one of three middle schools serving the diverse and amazing student population in Portland, ME. At Moore we believe that each individual brings skills, talents, and gifts to our community. When we learn to put these skills, talents, and gifts together we are able to accomplish more as a community. So, you are Moore, and we are MOORE TOGETHER.
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.
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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.