Ed Techs - Benton, ME - Pediatric Developmental Services

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire an Ed Tech to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Fingerprinting reimbursement
• Great Mentorship Program!

Ed Tech Qualifications:

• Interest, enthusiasm, and experience working with high school age students with
  individual learning and/or behavioral needs.
  • State authorization at the Educational Technician III level.

Ed Tech Responsibilities:

• • Supervise small groups of students in the classroom under the direction of the
  teacher.
  • Ability to form strong relationships with students through classroom teaching.
  • Work one to one with students on as needed basis.
  • Ability to employ a broad array of methods to assist students to move from
  dependent learners to self- directed learners.
  • Review and reinforce learning previously introduced by the classroom teacher or
  appropriate content specialist or assist in drill or practice activities.
  • Communicate and collaborate regularly and openly with all staff.
  • Assist in the preparation of instructional materials; and provide classroom
  management functions.
  • Introduce new learning pre-planned in consultation with the classroom teacher or
  appropriate content specialist and supervise small groups of students in communitybased programs.
  • Familiarity with the common core standards and willing to work within a projectbased curriculum.
  • Familiarity with Restorative Justice Practices and Positive Behavioral Intervention
  System.
  • Interest/enthusiasm for improving skills by attending professional development
  opportunities as appropriate.
  • Reports all incidents of work-related accident/illness within 24 hours; maintain a safe
  work environment; ensure that a safe environment is maintained in the workplace by
  adhering to all safety rules and requirements (Safety Policies) and report any safety
  hazards to immediate supervisor.
  • Such other duties as may be assigned.
  • Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic
  characteristics of the service population.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that would be right for this SLP position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.