Special Education Teacher - Autism; High School

Special Education Teacher – Autism (High School) –  School Year

Location:

Seaford High School (High-Needs School)
• Date Posted: 6/22/2026
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Date Available:

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• Applies strategies and techniques to foster independence, self‑reliance and social skills.
• Delivers lesson plans, presentation of learning materials, and in conduct of instructional exercises.
• Monitors student progress regarding individual educational plans and goals.
• Monitors individual students and/or small groups of students with autism in a variety of instructional activities as a follow‑up to the presentation of instructional lessons by instructional personnel.
• Uses positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behavior.
• Uses a variety of instructional materials and learning aids geared to the instruction level of children with autism.
• Monitors students during classroom activities, recesses, and field trips.
• Operates and assists students in the operation of a variety of instructional aids and media and computer assisted instructional equipment.
• Maintains an orderly, safe, and positive learning environment.
• Depending on students' needs, assists students with basic personal care activities such as dressing, toileting or bathroom including catheterization, feeding and grooming.
• Uses good judgment regarding appropriate action to assist injured or physically ill students and to assist in medical emergencies.
• Assists students on and off the bus as needed.
• Administers a variety of tests and records results.

• Behavior management strategies and techniques relating to students with Autism.
• Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups.
• Quickly recognize and respond to emergencies pertaining to a variety of student medical conditions.
• Assist students with basic personal care activities such as dressing or toileting as needed.

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Develops and adheres to Individualized Education Plans, that outlines the necessary supports, accommodations and goals for an individual child.
• Meets with parents and staff regarding the plan and make necessary adjustments throughout the year.
• Work with children who can vary from mild to severe disabilities, using specialized techniques to help them reach their goals.
• Works in standard office and school building environments.

• Delaware State Certification as: 1573 Teacher of Students with Autism or Students with Severe Intellectual Disabilities.
• Subject or area certification also required; at least one subject or area certification must be held.
• Successfully provide evidence of PRAXIS II scores or a valid out‑of‑state teaching license.
• License requirements for new teachers with less than 1 year of experience:
  Initial License with required Performance Assessment; for 1–3 year experience:
  Initial License without Performance Assessment, with proof of valid out‑of‑state license.
• Current holders of an Initial license are exempt from Performance Assessment requirements.
• Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Exceptional Children / Special Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Additional Requirements:

• Graduating with a bachelor’s or master’s degree, with a…