ASD Program Consultant Serving Pinckney Community Schools FTE

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: ASD Program Consultant

FSLA: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education-Pathway School

UPDATED: 04/20/2026

SALARY/BENEFITS: Per the LIPSA Contract

SCHEDULE: 10-month

POSITION SUMMARY: The ASD Program Consultant provides direct support and consultation for Livingston ESA center-based programs at Pathway School. This position supports special education teachers, students, and families in implementing evidence-based strategies to improve outcomes for students on the Autism Spectrum.

• Supports START and evidence-based initiatives by providing training, coaching, and other supports to ensure implementation fidelity.
• Provides enthusiasm and flexibility to consult educational personnel on behalf of students.
• Supports students with complex communication needs, including familiarity with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) supports.
• Participates regularly on teams to resolve problems and analyze student‑level data relative to children demonstrating learning and/or behavioral challenges.
• Assists general and special education staff to support students in their least restrictive environment (LRE).
• Assists in proper referrals of students to agencies and specialists within the community.
• Participates in regular professional learning opportunities to stay current with research-based practices.
• Acts as a local representative in the Livingston Educational Autism Network.
• Supports students and staff through school-based transitions.
• Implements and monitors peer‑to‑peer programs within the local district.

• Master’s degree in education or a field of study related to special education.
• Minimum of three years satisfactory teaching experience, or at least five years of experience implementing research-based strategies for students on the Autism spectrum.
• Training in START, Instructional Consultation Teams (or similar problem‑solving model), and Project ImPACT preferred.
• Experience training in one or more of the START modules preferred. Strong background and knowledge base of working with individuals with Autism.

• Michigan teaching certificate with an endorsement in special education.
• Teacher Consultant eligibility preferred. Candidates with certification in a related special education field and a minimum of five years of working with students with Autism will also be considered.
• Non‑teacher certification candidates must be in compliance with certification requirements for specific disciplines per Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) rules and regulations as well as any additional approval requirements to maintain professional licensure.

• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain confidential when exposed to sensitive information.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team and demonstrate flexibility; minimum 1‑year of experience.

• Knowledge of school districts and community.
• Experience working with Head Start/Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) families.
• CPR certified.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small‑group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions; ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

The job requires regularly sitting, using hands to finger, handle, or feel, talking and hearing. Occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting or moving up to 30 pounds.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and is an acceptable level for this environment. The employee is directly responsible for student safety, work output, and well‑being.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non‑prescribed controlled substance in the workplace during employment. The Livingston Educational Service Agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies should be directed to the Deputy Superintendent for Administrative Services.