Position Type:
Special Education Support Services - Licensed/Autism Spectrum Disorder Consultant
Date Posted:
4/29/2026
Location:
Jackson Josephine Douglas Klamath
Date Available:
08/21/2026
Southern Oregon ESD seeks an Autism Spectrum Disorder Consultant to join our highly qualified teamand provide technical assistance inautism spectrum disorders to local school districts Early Intervention providers and other related agencies. The Autism Program at Southern Oregon Education Service District (SOESD) brings consultation coaching ASD assessments and technical assistance to educators professionals and familieswho support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) from birth to 21. Wepartnerwith school districts early intervention/early childhood special education agencies local health care and community agencies. Our team of 1 licensed ASD Specialist 2 BCBAs 6 ASD Consultants and 1 ASD Assistanttrains coaches and supports educational staff in districts parents and childcare providers emphasizing building capacity.
About SOESD
Southern Oregon ESD is located in the Rogue Valley the cultural and economic heart of southern Oregon home to legendary snow-skiing white-water rafting kayaking hiking fishing as well as numerous cultural venues and events such as art galleries the Britt Music Festivals the Ashland Independent Film Festival and the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
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POSITION GOAL: Provide technical assistance in the area of autism spectrum disorders to local districts Early Intervention providers and other related agencies.
ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS:1. Act as regional autism services referral point for assigned geographical area.
2. Participate in multidisciplinary team assessment.
A. Conduct parent interview and student observations screening andassessment as appropriate.
B. Assist in location and use of appropriate assessment instruments.
C. Assist district with sharing of assessment results with parents.
D. Pursue other assessments at request of districts.
3. Participate in IFSP/ IEP implementation:
A. Assist in location and use of appropriate assessment instruments
B. Conduct assessments as appropriate.
C. Participate in development of goals and objective.
D. Assist in placement decisions.
E. Provide evaluation and monitoring as appropriate.
F. Assist in program development and implementation to ensure generalization of skills across people places events and time.
G. Assist in program development and implementation that provides for transition across programs and service providers.
4. Act as liaison between school staff family (care providers) community and other service agencies.
5. Assist in development and implementation of programs designed to modify the students behavior and improve student communication and language
ability and improve student performance in regular programcurriculum modification.
6. Assist in identification of inservice needs for school personnel family andcommunity.
7. Provide inservice training to school personnel family and community.
8. Assist and participate in review and monitoring of services.
9. Assist and participate in training to increase knowledge and improve abilityto fulfill responsibilities of teacher of students with autism.
10. Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonableaccommodation.
MINIMUMPREREQUISITES:1. TSPC licensure or ODE authorization.
2. Must meet professional competencies required by the Oregon Department of Education.
3. Successful experience providing comprehensive evaluations and data basedinterventions to students with autism spectrum disorders.
LENGTH OF POSITION: in person 190 days (academic year)
SALARY: Per licensed collective bargaining agreement. $62576.96 to $107893.12 annually for 2026-2027 school year.
SUPERVISOR: Program Administrator
SOESD Benefits(For .50 FTE and Over):
- Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to 2182.00 per month (family coverage)for health dental and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
- Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) including additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
- 9 paid holidays
- Agenerous sick vacation and discretionary (personal)leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.
Health Insurance:
- OEBB MODA
- Includes medical dental vision & prescription insurance
- Monthly premium deducted pre-tax
Options:
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts ï½ medical day-care expenses
- Optional Coverage for Additional Life AD&D Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity
- 403(b) through Carruth Compliance Consulting
- Mercy Flights Membership
The following physical requirements are essential finctions of the job description:
Autism Spectrum Disorder Consultant
1. Stand/Walk:4-6 Hrs/Day
2. Sit:4-6 Hrs/Day
3. Drive:1-4 Hrs/Day
4. Bending:Limited
5. Squat:Limited
6. Climb Stairs:Limited
7. Single Grasping:Limited
8. Pushing:Limited
9. Pulling:Limited
10. Fine Manipulation:Limited
11. Repetitive Foot ControlsLimited
12. Lifting (less than 25 lbs):Limited
13. Lifting (25 - 50 lbs):Not At All
14. Lifting (50 - 75 lbs):Not At All
15. Lifting (75 - 100 lbs):Not At All
Note:This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills duties requirements efforts functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
SOESD is an equal opportunity employer that complies with applicable employment discrimination laws including ORS Ch. 659 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.
Job Location:
Yearly Salary:
$ 62576 - 107893
Posted on:
7 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
