Teacher- ASD Adult Transition

Special Education Center Based Teacher-ASD

Compensation:
At the appropriate step on the Teachers' Salary Schedule Plus $7,500 Annual Stipend

Basic Function:
Deliver instruction to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, in accordance with the Individualized Education Program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or enrollment in an approved teaching preparation program
• A current Special Education endorsement in any of the following areas cognitive impairment, emotional impairment, specific learning disability, or Autism preferred
• Background in child development with special emphasis on language, communication, and cognitive development
• Understanding of behavioral intervention techniques
• Ability to plan and implement an Essential Elements based curriculum
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Prior experience with students with autism preferred
• With training, is able to implement emergency seclusion and restraint procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills required
• Ability to withstand the strain of the position

Responsibilities:

• Provides effective individualized instruction and services to address the academic, social and physical needs to post-secondary level students with significant developmental disabilities as well as behavioral and/or medical concerns.
• Facilitate student progress in the transition focused functional curriculum
• Provide opportunities for students to apply life skills during community based instruction outings.
• Establish and maintain a safe, orderly structured classroom
• Work cooperatively with administration, multidisciplinary team, education colleagues, families and agencies to provide appropriate services for assigned students
• Assure student safety and safety of others by implementing only approved Positive Behavior Support methods and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniques to address behavioral issues as required
• Provide service and maintain records including Medicaid billing according to compliance standards established for the district, state and federal rules, regulations and procedures
• Coordinate necessary meetings and paperwork including METs and IEPs for caseload students, ensure accommodations are complied with and all timelines are attained
• Assume a leadership role in directing the activities of paraprofessional staff by providing necessary support, communication, direction and feedback
• Maintain regular, positive communication with parents and Lamphere Center staff regarding caseload students
• Participate in a trans disciplinary service delivery model with related service providers, such as Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language service providers, Physical Therapists, Psychologist, and School Social Workers
• Provide information to parents regarding appropriate community agencies and resources
• Continue professional development through membership in organizations, conference and workshop attendance, and/or university course work