1.0) Autism Spectrum Disorder Coach

Autism Spectrum Disorder Coach

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a passionate and student-centered Autism Spectrum Disorder Coach. The Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Coach's major responsibility within Western Wayne County is to work directly with students, parents, teachers, and other resource personnel to screen, assess and intervene to assist school teams in determining appropriate options for students with or suspected of having Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The Autism Spectrum Disorder Coach will champion the district's mission, vision, and collective commitments by placing students and their learning at the center of all decisions. Plans for students and assists teacher to implement accommodations via school team meetings and IEPTS which develop supportive and collaborative interventions for students with ASD characteristics, including Transition Plans. Consults with school teams and administrators regarding the need for special education evaluation for students suspected of having ASD.

Is highly resourceful to staff and administrators in the knowledge of the functions of effective behavioral/instructional strategies for meeting needs of students with ASD characteristics. Provides PD to increase staff effectiveness. Provides, facilitates, and coordinates assistance to students, parents, and teachers. Is knowledgeable about and utilizes school, community and county resources in planning appropriate outcomes for students. Works closely with assigned district(s) with a goal of building capacity and supporting LRE by implementing evidence-based practices across the entire LRE continuum.

Supports staff working with students in K-12 in general education classrooms with/without Intervention plans, special education, non-ACT-18 classrooms and special education ASD 18 center classrooms. Consults with school teams, participates in and provides staff training, and develops data systems to support students who require independence paraprofessionals (IP). As needed provides guidance and consultation with:
Evaluations referrals, strategies and interventions Referral process/entry criteria to Center Programs Guidance and implementation strategies for utilizing IP support Appropriate use of visual supports and environmental accommodations or modifications to meet education needs Support implementation of essential components for ASD Students to include: predictability, structure, functional analysis of behaviors, developments of behavior intervention plans, systematic data monitoring.