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

Position Type:STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES/SPED EDUCATIONAL TECHNICIANDate Posted:8/4/2025Location:Rowe Elementary SchoolDate Available:08/26/2025Closing Date:Open until filledTITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) - Multiple Openings at Rowe ElementaryPOSITION OVERVIEW:Portland Public Schools is seeking skilled Ed Tech III's 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 BehaviorAligns with students IEP's and behavior plans to support and de-escalate and manage the behavior of students, including crisis interventionMay be asked to take lead in crisis intervention training and utilizes de-escalation techniques and therapeutic interventions, as appropriateImplements 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 neededMay support preparing materials or reorganizing of classroom as needed+ Supporting InstructionProvides 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 providerContinues planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence from the classroom.+ Collaboration and Data SupportMeets with special education team weekly regarding educational needs, accommodations, and modificationsTracks 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+ OtherMaintains FERPA and respects the confidentiality of all student and staff informationMaintains ethical behaviorPerforms other duties, as assignedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manualsAbility to write routine reports and correspondenceAbility to calculate accuratelyAbility to interact with staff, students, parents, and others in a professional mannerEDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:Approval as an Educational Technician III by the Maine Department of Education; in the alternative, Maine provisional or professional teacher certificationPreference 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 situationsPHYSICAL DEMANDS:Ability to perform physical tasks associated with implementing PSPs and ITPsAbility 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 studentsFrequent bending, walking, running, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 35 pounds may be requiredWhenever 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 basisAdditional demands may require moving wheelchairs, assisting with toileting, feeding, and other daily living activitiesCREDENTIAL 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 positionPermanentFull time, 1.0 FTEEligible for overtimeCovered under the Ed Tech contract (see 2024-2027 CBA here)Wages based on experience, as outlined in CBAEligible for benefits as outlined hereABOUT 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.