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Hybrid Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) - Rowe Elementary chez Portland Public Schools

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Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) - Rowe Elementary

JobID: 5220

Position Type:
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES/SPED EDUCATIONAL TECHNICIAN

Date Posted:
8/4/2025

Location:
Rowe Elementary School

Date Available:
08/26/2025

Closing Date:
08/10/2025

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TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) - Rowe Elementary

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Portland Public Schools is seeking a skilled Ed Tech III to support our Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support Program (a.k.a. Breathe) at Rowe Elementary School. Under the supervision of both the Director of Specialized Programs and Principal, the Education Technician / Behavioral Health Professional 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 students 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 JOB DUTIES:

+ Managing Behavior

Aligns with students IEP’s and behavior plans to support and de-escalate and manage the behavior of students, including crisis intervention
May be asked to take lead in crisis intervention training and utilizes de-escalation techniques and therapeutic interventions, 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 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

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 provisional or professional teacher certification
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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to perform physical tasks associated with implementing PSPs and ITPs
Ability to physically assist students (lifting up to 35 pounds) to support students to perform adaptive living and self-care skills, if assigned to work with non-ambulatory students
Frequent bending, walking, running, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 35 pounds may be required
Whenever a staff member is responsible for more than 35 pounds of a student’s weight, additional staff will be required to lift the student safely (2-person requirement)
Mechanical lifts will be considered and provided on an individual as-needed basis
Additional demands may require moving wheelchairs, assisting with toileting, feeding, and other daily living activities

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info)
Maine State Educational Technician III (023) certification & 028 authorization (more info)
CPI certification (or ability to be certified)

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

School-year position
Permanent
Full time, 1.0 FTE
Eligible for overtime
Covered under the Ed Tech contract (see 2024-2027 CBA here)
Wages based on experience, as outlined in CBA
Eligible for benefits as outlined here

ABOUT ROWE:

Located in beautiful Portland, Maine, Rowe Elementary is a vibrant Pre-K through 5th grade school serving approximately 475 students. Our incredible staff and students make Rowe a truly special place to learn and grow. Housed in a beautiful, modern facility built in 2018, we provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child is supported on their educational journey.
We are proud to be a diverse learning community, with approximately 21% of our students identifying as multilingual learners. Our robust ESOL team works collaboratively to ensure all students are engaged and successful. Around 20% of our students access special education services, and Rowe is home to the district’s specialized Breathe Program, which supports students with behavioral and social-emotional needs in meeting their goals at school. Our dedicated special education team and support staff are truly exceptional, providing compassionate, individualized support that helps every student thrive.

At Rowe, we believe deeply in equity, inclusion, and educating the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally.

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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.

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