Educational Technician I

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Education 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:

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 educational 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 pupils 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 recordssuch as attendance progress and gradesto 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 educational 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 Education)
• 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:

CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position please contact Richard Colpitts at .

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