Maine RSU 21·Kennebunk, Maine
The Educational Technician III supports classroom teachers by implementing curriculum, instruction, and assessments for students in one-to-one or small group settings. They also assist with routine building duties, supervise students during various school activities, and maintain a safe and supportive learning environment.
Educational Technician III - MTSS - Kennebunk Elementary School
$25.97 to $31.15 per hour (as outlined in the Educational Technicians CBA, Appendix A 2026-27)
As an Educational Technician III, you will deliver measurable results in enhancing the learning environment for students by supporting classroom teachers in achieving the goals and objectives of the school program.
Love what you do, working in an environment supporting teachers who are supporting students to achieve their learning goals. Must meet Maine Educational Technician III requirements and the course work in education or a related field is preferred.
Change agent: you’re able to persuade staff to try new things, approach something differently and/or pivot to a new direction when needed; you use evidence to persuade, build allies and celebrate wins along the way to invest staff in new approaches
Flexibility: you accept the fluidity of evolving priorities; you are open to changes and ready to take advantage of unexpected opportunities; you adapt quickly as new priorities emerge.
Collaborative nature: you comfortably give, receive and incorporate feedback, while knowing when to stand your ground; you don’t take criticism personally and absorb feedback effectively; you enjoy contributing to a shared vision.
Resourceful: you optimize available resources and tools (internally and externally) to enhance your impact; you network proactively, and with confidence to broaden the scope of people who can serve as a resource to your work.
Highly responsive: you are flexible and able to adjust when faced with unexpected, real-time problems that demand your attention.
Active listener: you’re a strong, active listener; you can read body language and between the lines to pick up both on what’s being said and what’s not being said; you can identify the nuance of what’s being suggested, however obliquely, and articulate it strategically for others.
RSU 21 will provide accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law, who has made the district aware of their disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the district.
Salary and benefits in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and Board policies.
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with this document by the Principal.
Submit a Letter of Interest (upload it where the resume is requested). No resume or letters of reference are required, however, candidates are encouraged to submit a full package for consideration by the Hiring Committee.
External
Applicants: Submit a current resume/CV and three letters of reference.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Candidates must meet Maine Educational Technician III requirements. Coursework in education or a related field is preferred.
Market context
Educational Technician III roles supporting MTSS in Maine elementary schools typically seek candidates who meet state-level certification requirements and can contribute to tiered academic and behavioral supports, making relevant coursework and school-based experience useful differentiators. Before applying, verify your Maine Educational Technician III eligibility and highlight related education coursework; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original job description can reduce research time.