SY - Autism Support Teacher - Classroom Middle School

Autism Support Teacher - Middle School

Full time Teacher positions for students who meet Eligibility as a student with Autism. Seeking candidates for Middle School assignments. The Autism Support teacher is responsible for designing, implementing and monitoring the instructional programs for assigned students within a school building.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide case management responsibilities for assigned students.
• Design and provide differentiated instruction based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and other Evidence-based practices.
• Provide and facilitate access to the school environment.
• Collaborate with IEP team members and other members of the school community.
• Monitor and support Para-educators working with assigned students.
• Meet and collaborate with student families.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
• Keep accurate records as required by District guidelines and State law.
• Collect and interpret data on student learning and progress.
• Administer appropriate assessment measures based on student needs and applicable state law.
• Demonstrate and implement Positive Behavior Support practices.
• Attend professional development trainings.
• Develop, collaborate and implement Standards Based IEPs
• Implement Behavior Support Plans aligned with student needs and respond to student crisis as needed.
• Participate in IEP Meetings
• Meet and collaborate with student families

Qualifications:

• Delaware Certification as Teacher of students with Autism and Severe Disabilities or certification eligible.
• Classroom experience teaching students with Autism and Severe Disabilities preferred.
• Excellent collaboration skills.
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and other Evidence-based practices.