Asd Classroom Teacher

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The individual selected for this assignment will be the one who offers the best combination of qualities in accordance with the following standards and requirements:

1. Current Michigan Certification with appropriate endorsement forAutismSpectrumDisorder preferred or enrolled in a planned program
2. A minimum of two years of successful special education or support service working withASDclassrooms.
3. Knowledge of the techniques of modification and accommodations as they relate to the general education curriculum.
4. Demonstrates a full understanding ofASDand howASDinstruction should be delivered.
5. Proficiency in developing Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance statements IEP goals and objectives Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Plans
6. Non-violent Crisis Intervention certification
7. Proficient in facilitation writing and implementing IEPs and Behavior Plans
8. Ability to meet physical demands including but not limited to: run kneel sit on the floor and rise from the floor and ability to lift 40 pounds.
9. Should have a high energy level and the ability to respond quickly to a variety of situations.
10. Evidence of the candidates ability demonstrated through:
    • Excellent communication skills;
    • A conceptual understanding of human growth and development learning theories andteachingmethodologies special education service delivery models and state and federal rules related to special education.

1. Participate in the development and promotion of the special education philosophy of service and delivery
2. *Regular reliable and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job
3. *Collect accurate ongoing data on childrens programming
4. Demonstrate good interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with staff members
5. *Provide direct instruction forASDcertified students in the areas of academic skills communication skills and social skills
6. *Provide direction toclassroomparaeducators
7. *Demonstrate the ability to assess students progress
8. *Communicate with parents regarding student progress
9. *Remain in compliance with all State and Federal rules and regulations that govern Special Education.
10. *Proficient in facilitation writing and implementing IEPs and Behavior Plans
11. *Develop IEPs that are in compliance with goals and objectives that provide for educational benefit
12. Demonstrate knowledge in utilizing assistive technology for students withASD
13. Assist students with basic needs including feeding toileting etc.
14. *Perform the other duties as requested by the Administrator.
15. Promote parent andschoolcommunity education in the area ofautism
16. Promote student philanthropy for those affected byautism