16 special education aide jobs found in Portland

Job Description TITLE: Pre-K Special Ed Ed Tech III (Full Time) - Multiple Openings District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking several Pre-K Special Ed Education Technicians to provide dedicated classroom support to Pre-K programs at a variety of elementary schoolsPresumpscot, Rowe, Talbot, Longfellow, and possibly other programs in the district based on student need. Successful candidates will demonstrate experience and knowledge of early childhood curriculum, strategies, and classroom management. Candidates will support the classroom teacher in building student school readiness by helping to create a positive, developmentally appropriate learning environment. A working knowledge of the Maine Early Learning Development Standards and experience with Pre-K for ME curricula, Teaching Strategies Gold and Second Step curriculum, are preferred. Successful candidates will have a passion for working with young children, bring an equity-oriented approach to their...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) - Moore Middle School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Technician III to support students in the Breathe Program at Moore Middle School. The Breathe Program is a specialized, district-wide behavioral and social-emotional program designed for students with significant behavioral needs. It offers a self-contained, flexible learning environment with dedicated staff aimed at supporting students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs) while striving to increase access to general education settings over time. With the supervision of the Director of Specialized Programs and school principal, the Ed Tech 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...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Resource Room - King Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the Principal, Educational Technician implements academic and positive behavioral support plans, to help ensure a high quality education program and success for every student. Ed Tech also collects and maintains appropriate records and follows required record-keeping procedures and practices. Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills as well as conflict management and resolution skills. Ed Tech recognizes and embraces the essential role they play in the experience of students within Portland Public Schools. Finally, is an integral member of King Middle School that serves as a support to students' holistic well-being. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Support and provide direct instruction to students individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings to ensure achievement of academic goals Implement lesson plans and follow schedules...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III - Deering High POSITION OVERVIEW: Deering High School is seeking Special Education Ed Tech III's to support special education classes and students at Deering High School. The selected candidates would collaborate closely with a Special Education Teacher while working 1-on-1 and in small groups with students. The position also includes mainstream "push-in" in core content classes, art, health, and physical education. The selected candidates will also be part of a solid group of Ed Techs in the building. ** There are openings in our Resource, Breathe, Functional Life Skills, and Functional Academics classrooms. ** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to manage data management systems, analyze, and synthesize data Ability to support teaching and learning Ability to manage and oversee school-wide testing procedures Ability to interact with staff, students, parents, and others in an open, friendly,...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Teacher, Beach Program (Self-Contained ASD) Ocean Ave Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified special educator for a specialized program based at Ocean Ave Elementary School. This specialized district offeringcalled the Beach Programserves students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or other neuro-developmental and communication disorders in grades K12. The program is designed to support these students in learning to function as independently as possible by strengthening and building academic and adaptive skills, functional communication, and positive behaviors. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide systematic, evidence-based programming to address characteristics of ASD that are interfering with the success of students in the program, in collaboration with other professionals such as the SLP, OT, PT and BCBA Provide evidence-based instruction, grounded in the district...

Job Description TITLE: Physical Education Teacher, PK-5 - Ocean Ave Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and creative Physical Education teacher. The successful candidate will have experience creating strong student and parent relationships. A strong candidate will have demonstrated ability to plan collaboratively with other teachers and school-wide educators, and commitment to incorporating global perspectives and strengthening students' social/emotional education throughout the classroom and school. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Principal, the PE teacher: lans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student Supervises students in a variety of school related settings Monitors and evaluates student outcomes Communicates...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III - King Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a committed and collaborative Educational Technician III to support Special Education students at [School]. Under the direction of the School Principal and in close collaboration with school Special Education staff, the Ed Tech implements academic and positive behavioral support plans, helping to ensure a high-quality education program and success for every student. The Ed Tech supports student engagement in academics individually and in small groups, promoting instructional goals and motivating learning. The Ed Tech also assists with classroom management, data tracking, Mainecare billing documentation, and non-instructional duties such as supervising lunch, recess, and non-academic time. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Support and provide direct instruction to students individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings to ensure achievement of...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Breathe Program (Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support) - Rowe Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a dedicated Educational Technician III to support students in the Breathe Program at Rowe Elementary. The Breathe Program is a specialized, district-wide behavioral and social-emotional program designed for students with significant behavioral needs. It offers a self-contained, flexible learning environment with dedicated staff aimed at supporting students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs) while striving to increase access to general education settings over time. With the supervision of the Director of Specialized Programs and school principal, the Ed Tech 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...

Job Description TITLE: Spanish Teacher (Part Time, 0.5 FTE) - King Middle POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the School Principal, the Spanish Teacher plans, and provides for rigorous, engaging and joyful learning experiences for all students. The Teacher fosters an environment that supports the intellectual, physical, social and emotional wellness and development of individuals to ensure success for every student. In addition to supporting students' growth and well-being, also creates, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of students' varying learning needs. The Teacher monitors and evaluates student growth and outcomes against using standards based curriculum and guidelines. The Teacher is an integral member of the King Middle School community that serves as a support to students' holistic well-being. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Working knowledge of pertinent curriculum standards, techniques for integrating and...

Job Description TITLE: 8th Grade Math Teacher - King Middle School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a skilled Math Teacher to join the teacher at King Middle School. We are looking specifically for educators with a demonstrated commitment to equitable teaching practices, a willingness to collaborate closely with others, and the ability to teach to high standards in a heterogeneous classroom. Experience with Illustrative Mathematics and working with Multilingual Learners are preferred assets. Under direction of the school Principal, the Math Teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community....

Job Description TITLE: School Psychologist - District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified, collaborative School Psychologist to join our Student Support team. This is a full-time position, reporting to the Director of Student Support. Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent professional judgment, and clear, effective communication skills, in order to work successfully with parents and teams of school-based and interdisciplinary professionals. Expertise in administering and interpreting a variety of psychological assessments for school-aged students is required, as is certification through the Maine Department of Education as a school psychologist. Experience and interest in working with diverse populations and English Learners is highly preferred. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and complete written psychological reports in accordance with PPS Regulations and ethical...

Job Description TITLE: Board Certified Behavior Analyst District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks a highly qualified, collaborative Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our team. This is a full-time position, reporting to the Director of Specialized Programs. Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent professional judgment and strong communication skills in order to work effectively with parents and teams of both school-based and interdisciplinary professionals. The BCBA will provide behavior analytic services in support of students requiring this service, as well as professional development and oversight of staff who provide behavioral programming. Experience and interest in working with diverse populations and English Learners is highly preferred. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with district programs for students with low-incidence disabilities or students with social/emotional/behavioral disabilities to fully integrate...

Job Description TITLE: Pre-K Educational Technician III - Multiple Openings at Talbot Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools seeks dedicated Educational Technician III's for the Pre-K program at Talbot Community School (multiple openings available). A successful candidate will demonstrate experience with and knowledge of early childhood curriculum, developmentally appropriate practice, and classroom management. They will support the classroom teacher in building student school readiness by helping to create a positive, developmentally appropriate learning environment. Working knowledge of the Maine Early Learning Development Standards, Pre-K for ME curricula, and Teaching Strategies Gold is preferred. A successful candidate will have a passion for working with young children, bring an equity-oriented approach to their instruction, and will hold all students to high expectations, recognizing that some may need more support to meet those expectations....

Job Description TITLE: Speech-Language Pathologist - Multiple Openings District Wide POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking licensed Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to provide speech and language services for K-12 students at schools within the Portland Public School District. The SLP will join a passionate, multidisciplinary team of teachers, ed-techs, social workers, occupational therapists and physical therapists. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assesses all areas of speech and language development, using a variety of tools and data collection methods Completes required evaluation reports and IEPs for all students on their assigned caseload Cites data for all discussions of student progress, such as in present levels, IEP goals, or evaluation reports Delivers direct instruction to all students on their assigned caseload, grouping students to the extent appropriate; provides consultation as required by student IEPs Provides case management for...

Job Description TITLE: Environmental Literacy Teacher - Talbot Community School POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking skilled environmental literacy / science teachers to support learning and curriculum at Talbot Community School. Under the general direction of the school principal and the district Outdoor and Experiential Coordinator, each Environmental Literacy / Science teacher will work with partner schools in a "specials" model. The aim of this program is to continue the district's efforts towards building our experiential environmental literacy and science curriculum at the elementary level. Also, the teachers will help tend the garden as well as help to build school community support around garden maintenance and care. The Environmental Literacy / Science teacher serves as a collaborator, teacher, and resource specialist to students and school staff regarding the schoolyard. garden and environmental and/or science education as an integrative...

Job Description TITLE: Pre-K Teacher - Ocean Avenue Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools is seeking a passionate, caring, and competent educator for the Pre-K classroom at Ocean Avenue Elementary. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of evidence-based early childhood pedagogy and curriculum, as well as the Maine Early Learning Development Standards. We seek candidates who have a passion for working with young children and bring an equity-oriented approach to their instruction. The successful teacher will establish appropriate developmental expectations, recognizing that varied support to meet expectations and standards must be provided within a cohesive, nurturing, and joyful early learning environment. The ideal teacher will be committed to Portland Public Schools' equity focus, and have experience working with diverse populations. We seek a collaborative teammate who is open to giving and receiving feedback in service of the shared goals of...