Educational Technician I

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in the Unorganized Territories Opening Date: January 12, 2026 Closing Date: January 27, 2026 Job Class Code: 3155 Grade: 11 Professional/Technical Services Salary: $15.00 - $20.64 per hour Position Number: 014286205 Location: Kingman Join the

Education:

in the Unorganized Territory at the Kingman School! JOB

DESCRIPTION:

Experience:

the rewards of working in a close-knit learning community where every student is known, supported, and valued. At the Kingman School, our small classroom environment allows paraprofessionals to make a real difference each day by providing individualized attention, building meaningful relationships, and helping students grow both academically and personally.

As part of a collaborative team, you will support classroom instruction, assist in hands-on learning, and help create a safe, positive, and engaging atmosphere where all students can thrive. This is an

opportunity:

to be part of a dedicated

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al community that truly embodies the spirit of personalized learning and connection. REPRESENTATIVE TASKS: This position is responsible for providing direct support to identified special

education:

students as determined by each pupil’s Individual

Education:

• Plan (IEP).

It involves paraprofessional support work that includes assisting teachers with routine tasks such as classroom preparation, playground and cafeteria supervision, and providing assistance to students with academic and functional needs. The position also maintains accurate student records—such as attendance, progress, and grades—to support classroom operations.

Additional

responsibilities:

include supervising students in various settings to promote safety and order, supporting the development of daily living and motor

skills:

, and offering motivation to help students achieve academic success. When required by the IEP, the role also provides direct one-to-one care, including personal hygiene assistance for multi-handicapped or medically fragile students, to ensure their comfort, safety, and overall well-being.

KNOWLEDGE,:

SKILLS:

AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of basic academic school subjects. Knowledge of basic

education:

al practices and techniques. Knowledge of basic student behavior management techniques. Knowledge of emergency, health and safety procedures. Ability to work cooperatively in assisting the teacher. Ability to establish effective relationships with students. Ability to handle student behavior in a calm, confident manner.

Ability to use discretion in handling confidential student information. Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. 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., Google for

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) Ability to work with a diverse around of individuals. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others. Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.

Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required. Effective writing and verbal communication

skills:

MINIMUM:

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED certificate.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Maine Department of

Education:

authorization as an

Education:

al Technician I, or Maine Department of

Education:

certification as a Teacher,

Education:

al Specialist or Administrator. CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact Richard Colpitts at Richard.Colpitts@maine.gov. The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Benefits:

of working for the State of Maine: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total

compensation:

package, including: Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary.

Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information

about:

program

requirements:

Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value). Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee. Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program. Parental leave is one of the most important

benefits:

for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Voluntary Deferred

Compensation:

– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive

benefits:

package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn

about:

additional wellness

benefits:

for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note:

Benefits:

may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your

skills:

Applicants demonstrate job

requirements:

in differing ways, and we appreciate that many

skills:

and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal

Opportunity:

employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

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