Special Education Teacher's Assistant - Pre-K
Auburn, ME Human Resources
Job Type
Full-time
Description

 

COME JOIN OUR TEAM AND RECEIVE $1500 in SIGN-ON BONUSES!


As an Educational Technician at Pine Tree Society's Early Learning Center, you will work with the teacher in implementing/providing a modified program for preschool children with special needs in a classroom environment.

You will also act as a positive role model, support and encourage increased levels of achievement to reach the child's potential, and assist in reducing behaviors which interfere with achievement of established goals as prescribed by their Individualized Education Program (IEP).

An Educational Technician certificate is not required to be hired. We will help you apply for the certificate and pay your fees!

Our hours are Monday-Friday from approximately 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. for a total of 35 hours/week.


Essential Responsibilities:

*Works under the guidance and direction of the teacher to ensure growth in child development and classroom skills.
*Assists the teacher in planning and implementing a daily age-appropriate program that meets the needs of groups of children as well as individuals, providing for their health, safety and education.
*Keeps written observations, Specially Designed Instruction daily notes, plan of care and all other documentation requested, on the child(ren) assigned.
*Works closely with consultant/therapists assigned to the program in order to provide the most appropriate program for children.


Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefit package to full-time team members including health, dental, life, short-term disability and voluntary insurances as well as a generous paid time off (PTO) policy (15 days/year to start), 12 paid holidays (including your birthday or other floating holiday of your choice), a 403(b) retirement plan and, after 6 months of employment, up to $5250/year in tuition assistance towards a degree program at an accredited college or university, and friendly, professional workplace atmosphere focused on impact. EOE.

Sign On Bonuses: *$500 will be granted after completion of conditional offer requirements and 30 days as a Society team member. An additional $1000 will be awarded after 6 months of continued and successful employment!

Requirements

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Required: Childcare Experience

Preferred: Educational Technician I+ Certificate

Preferred: Classroom Experience

Preferred: Experience working with children with disabilities

Salary Description
Starting at $17.00 per hour