Lead Chapter 33 Ed Tech in Orono, Maine at KidsPeace Childrens Hospital
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Job Description
Purpose:
Perform the duties required to address the educational and behavioral needs of students participating in the special education program, implement individualized interventions as part of a student’s behavior plan, engage students in reviewing material previously introduced by classroom teacher under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher, assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task, provides support and individualized instruction at the student's developmental level for functional skills, utilizes direct teaching techniques as outlined
within the student’s IEP and/or Behavior Plan and management of behavioral challenges exhibited by students in the special education setting. The Lead Chapter 33 Ed Tech will also review incident documentation, provide feedback to ensure that the documentation is clear, scheduled and facilitate incident debriefs with classroom staff and finalize incident documentation.
Job Duties / Essential Functions
- Provide 1:1 or small group support to students in the special education setting.
- Demonstrate proficiency with the basic tenets of Applied Behavior Analysis (i.e. proactive strategies, reinforcement, appropriate response to behavior, skills teaching) as it relates to individual student programs and behavioral interventions.
- Demonstrate ability to work in a collaborative and professional manner with all related service providers and implement
interventions congruent with the related service provider’s direction.
to participate in school or learning activities.
Competencies:
- Working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems and special education methods.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
- Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
- Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
- Working knowledge of the principles and practices of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), as well the ability to demonstrate these principles to others.
- Have the ability and composure to manage moderate to severe problem behavior(s) exhibited by the student in accordance
to the student’s behavior plan.
Qualifications (Education, Training and Experiences)
- Obtain and maintain Educational Technician Certification from the Maine Department of Education.
- Must pass all clearances as required by the Department of Education, DHHS & OCFS.
- Experience working with students in a special education setting with emotional and/or behavioral health needs.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
These are physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position.
Upon request for a reasonable accommodation, the Company may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of these requirements, depending on the requirement, the essential functions to which it relates, and the proposed accommodation.
- Must have ability to sit, stand for extended periods of time.
- Must have the ability to balance, climb, crouch, feel, finger, grasp, kneel, lift, pull, push, stoop, and reach above shoulder level.
- Must have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication.
- Must be able to speak, read, and write in English proficiently.
- Must be fully trained and certified in current KidsPeace approved restraint methodology and have the ability to fully participate in all aspects of restraint procedures on clients who may weigh in excess of 250 pounds and are verbally or physically threatening or otherwise presenting a threat to themselves or others.
Why Join Us:
This position is ideal for individuals with a bachelor’s degree who are interested in special education and behavioral support and are seeking a role that offers hands-on experience, training, and opportunities for professional growth.