Educational Technician II (1-Year Vacancy)

Position Type:

Support Staff/Educational Technician

Date Posted:

5/30/2025

Location:

Shapleigh School

Date Available:

08/27/2025

Position Title: Educational Technician II (1-Year Vacancy)

Location: Shapleigh School

Reports To: Building Principal, Director of Special Services

Position Start Date: August 27, 2025

Required Certification: Ed Tech II Certification

Application Deadline: Will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

The Kittery School District is currently seeking an Educational Technician II to fill a leave of absence position for the 2025-2026 school year supporting students at Shapleigh School (Grades 4-8).

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

Maintain confidentiality of all student, family and employee related information

Meet with program supervisor on a daily basis to share information and discuss student progress

Review and reinforce learning previously introduced by the teachers

Assist in the preparation of classroom materials and class management functions

Maintain appropriate certification by attending meetings and trainings as assigned

Exhibit positive language and behavior skills as a model for children and families

Provide input to completion and maintenance of individual observational child assessment

Participate in required training

Perform any other appropriate duties the Special Education Director/Supervisor deems necessary

Minimum Qualifications

Obtain and maintain authorization as an Ed Tech II per Chapter 115 of the Maine Department of Education

Document at least two years of postsecondary education or a combination equivalent to 60 hours of approved study in an educationally related field

Successful background, criminal records, fingerprinting and reference check

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

Working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems and special education methods

Exhibit a positive professionalism with supervisors, co-workers, students, parents and community

Interact with a wide variety of people

Provide individual and group services in a variety of settings and models

Establish an effective rapport/relationship with children and parents

Work collaboratively as a member of an early childhood team

Effectively communicate - orally and in writing

Maintain composure in stressful situations

Adapt therapy techniques to varying personalities and environments

Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and ability to take initiative

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, and crouch.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

There may be physical demands based on physical, emotional and cognitive needs of particular children

Candidates must submit to a Criminal History Record Check through the Maine Department of Education.

Required Application Materials:

Completed Applitrack Application:

Resume

Cover Letter

Transcripts

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application; Official transcripts will be required upon job offer.

A copy of current certification

3 current letters of reference

Letters of reference must be dated, signed, and written within the last 3 years

Internal candidates may apply in writing to

Kittery Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kittery Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Kittery Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.