LEAD Program - Miller School
RSU 40/MSAD 40 · Union, ME
Job description
- Position Type:
Educational Technicians - Special Education/Educational Technician - LEAD Program - Date Posted:
9/18/2026 - Location:
Miller School
(High-Needs School) - Date Available:
ASAP - Support the deliver individualized instruction aligned with students' IEP goals, focusing on:
- Functional academics
- Communication and social skills
- Daily living and self-care skills
- Executive functioning and independence
- Support student inclusion and access to general education settings and community-based experiences, as appropriate
- Experience in functional life skills, adaptive programming, or transition planning
- Familiarity with assistive technology, AAC, or community-based instruction
- Experience supervising or mentoring support staff
- Collaborative, supportive team culture
- Strong focus on professional growth and shared leadership
- Opportunity to make a meaningful, long-term impact on students' independence and quality of life
District commitment to improving and strengthening special education programming
Educational Technician Job Description
Job Goal: To assist in the provision of an appropriate and quality education for all students
Essential FunctionsQualifications:
a. Criminal History Record Check (CHRC)
b. Educational Technician III credential
c. Similar work-related experience
d. Strong characteristics of cooperation, flexibility, initiative, and industriousness
e. Strong organizational skills
f. Effective written and verbal communication skills
g. Excellent interpersonal skills
h. Ability to relate sensitively to a wide variety of people
Reports to: Assigned regular education teacher(s), special education case manager and
building administrator
a. Review and reinforce learning previously introduced by the classroom teacher or
appropriate content specialist, or assist in drill or practice activities
b. Perform non-instructional, non-evaluative functions
c. Assist in the preparation of instructional materials
d. Provide classroom management functions
e. Introduce new learning preplanned in consultation with the classroom teacher or
appropriate content specialist
f. Supervise small groups of students in community-based programs
g. Develop and maintain trust and rapport with students
h. Provide direct instructional support to students in the regular and special education
setting
i. Maintain professional boundaries with highly vulnerable students, both in school
and in the community
j. Accept direction of lead teacher and work collaboratively with team members
k. Demonstrate positive communication with students, staff and parents
l. Respectfully advocate for disabled children in the public-school setting
m. Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information
regarding students and their families
n. Maintain a high level of professionalism in following and supporting school district
policies, school rules and team standards in all areas
o. Inform classroom teacher of any problems or special information about individual
students
p. Participate in in-service training programs, as assigned
q. Carry out other duties and responsibilities as assigned by classroom teacher and
building administratorr. Carry out assigned duties relating to the supervision of students, such as
playground, study hall, cafeteria and bus loading activities
s. Supervise students for recess, lunch, and boarding buses, class trips, and to and
from classes and/or other related services programs.
Required Supervision:
a. Meet with the classroom/program teacher or appropriate content area specialist
and receive direction on a regular basis, whenever possible on a twice weekly basis;
or
b. Perform short-term instruction in small classes or in community-based programs
with indirect supervisionBehavioral Health Professional (BHP) Certification
Job Goal: To work as an integral part of a clinical team in providing therapeutic and
educational support as well as supervision of students with significant mental health or
developmental disabilities within a school setting.
Candidate will perform all duties of an Educational Technician III, in addition to:
Behavioral:
a. Implement positive behavioral support plans under the supervision of clinical
supervisor
b. Teach and encourage practice of adaptive skills in each student's plan
c. Collect data as required
d. Show good judgement in responding to unexpected changes or crises as they arise
e. Apply safe therapeutic physical and non-physical intervention and crisis
management, as trained Supervision and Paperwork
a. Attend weekly team meetings prepared to communicate concerns, identify students'
progress, and collaborate in developing proactive behavior plans
b. Perform all duties required for billing, including clear and timely documentation of
services and progress notes
c. Accept teacher, clinician and administrative supervision
d. Learn and use skills related to atypical child development, developmental
disabilities, and behavior intervention
| LEAD Program - Miller School | JobID: 645 |
LEAD Program
The LEAD Program supports students with significant cognitive, adaptive, and functional needs through individualized, skills-based instruction focused on communication, social development, functional academics, and independent living skills.
Pay Range: $18.88 to $28.96 per hour
Key Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Why Join RSU 40 & the LEAD Program
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