Autism Spectrum Disorder Consultant - Columbia Service Center Job Oregon area,Wisconsin USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Autism Spectrum Disorder Consultant - Columbia Service Center - 26/27 School Year

Position Overview

Position Title: Autism Spectrum Disorder Consultant

Department: Special Student Services

Location: Columbia County Service Center - Serves Columbia and Clatsop County

Reports To: Coordinator - SPED

Compensation: Licensed Salary Schedule

FTE: 1.0 - 192 days per year

Mission Statement

In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high-quality services and support.

General Description

In alignment with the NWRESD's mission, this position provides assistance to EI/ECSE staff, K-12 Special Education, and District Staff regarding evaluation and services for students suspected to be, or identified as eligible for special education services under the category of Autism Spectrum Disorder. This position may also be responsible for completing student evaluations and attending required Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (IFSP & IEP) meetings as needed.

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Bachelor's degree in education, elementary education, special education, or related field.

Current Oregon Teaching License with Handicapped Learner or Severely Handicapped Learner endorsement in Special Education, early childhood, elementary, special education, or Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification.

Three (3) years of experience working with students with autism.

Valid Driver's License; available transportation and proof of auto insurance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.

Ability to work with very high degree of accuracy and organizational skills.

Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations.

Confer regularly with supervisor and/or designee.

Skillfully utilize educational technology and software as required by the position.

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in professional development activities.

Essential Functions (tasks)

Complete initial evaluations and re-evaluations for determining student eligibility for special education under the category of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Assist the local Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) with initial evaluations and re-evaluations for determining student eligibility for special education services under the category of Autism.
Development and presentation of professional development and workshops designated in the service plans.
Conduct individual student observations.
Provide in-service training to staff and families regarding behavioral and learning characteristics of children with autism.
Assist local building staff in identifying staff and student needs.
Assist local building staff in their responsibility to develop, implement, and monitor student programs.
Provide effective communication with families and other professionals.
Utilize appropriate strategies to facilitate team effectiveness.
Participate in staff meetings and program in-services.
Maintain records and reporting requirements as specified by the supervisor and program.
Continue professional growth, especially in regard to current issues related to Autism.
Provide consulting to local districts regarding special education eligibility, IFSP & IEP goals and objectives, and appropriate educational intervention and progress monitoring procedures.
Perform other job duties as assigned.

Note

The description contains general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us .us. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at

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