Special Education Functional Life Skills BHP Ed Tech II/III - LMS na Lewiston Public Schools

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• Able to facilitate 1:1, 1:2 and small group instruction while meeting the needs of complex learners.
  • This includes all academic and social opportunities throughout the day.  Examples of this are any and all academic instruction and include other areas throughout a student's day such as lunch, recess, hallway transitions, and breaks with peers and transportation.  Essentially this means that a RISE/DT Ed. Tech is always with their student(s), unless otherwise indicated by the IEP and/or Special Education Teacher direction.
• Able to implement and follow an IEP and PBSP.
  • Responsible to implement de-escalation strategies throughout the day
• Assist with setup of classroom, individual student area, and prepares materials for specialized instruction.
• Collect relevant data and data entry.
• Assist in assembling/hanging materials on bulletin boards and keeping displays current as requested.
• Operates standard school equipment such as computer, laminator, copier, audiovisual, etc.
• Responsible for following day-to-day schedule of students
• The nature of 1:1 and other direct services in RISE/DT, by nature demand staff’s constant attention.  This includes but not limited to:
  • refraining from cell phone use, except during personal breaks
  • being mindful of clothing choice worn on a daily basis (i.e. employees must wear closed-toe shoes)
  • following precautions set forth in PBSP and by Sped / BCBA/Clinician direction
  • keeping calm in unforeseen circumstances being thoughtful of variables that may, or may not maintain challenging behavior.

• Because of the nature of the services we provide to our students, teamwork is imperative.  Good teamwork starts with professional communication skills that facilitate a safe and structured environment for students and staff.
  • Written communication
    • Any written communication should be legible, professional and with the best interest of students in mind.
  • Verbal communication
    • Feedback may be delivered in many different methods during the day.  Feedback should always be intended as a tool to improve one’s skill and/or increase job knowledge.
    • Directions and Recommendations given by Special Education Teacher, BCBA, Clinician, and school administration should be followed through with to the greatest extent possible.
    • Communication between Ed. Techs should be appropriate to the environment and audience which surrounds them.

• This is essential for Education Technician III certification required by Maine DOE.
• This is also required for (School Based) Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) certification.

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