Special Education Teacher of Students with Autism

POSITION:  Special Education Teacher of Students with Autism

QUALIFICATION:  

·          Idaho Teacher Certification with endorsement as Generalist

·          Bachelor degree required in area of major study

·          Master's Degree in education on multiple/significant disabilities; a Bachelors degree and 3-5 years of suitable experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master's degree.

·          Current certification in First Aid, CPR and CPI.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·          Basic understanding and knowledge of safe and effective practices for working with students with ASD.

·          Knowledge and ability to setup a classroom to meet the needs of children with Autism.

·          To develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.

·          To establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

·          To maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.

·          To participate in curriculum development programs as required.

·          To utilize appropriate assistive technology to support student learning.

·          Knowledge and effective practices in the use of PECS (Picture Exchange System)

·          Knowledge and use of Boardmaker software to build picture schedules.

·          Knowledge of and ability to implement ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis)

·          Knowledge of how to conduct an effective and complete functional behavioral assessment (FBA).

·          Knowledge of how to write and implement a function based Behavioral Support Plan.

·          Knowledge of Research Based Strategies in designing lesson plans and working with students with Autism.

·          Knowledge in the use of STAR curriculum.

·          Knowledge in the use of sensory techniques to meet the child's needs.

·          The ability to collaborate and co-teach with the SLP to teach language skills to students and implement throughout the week.

·          The willingness and ability to use LCCE- Functional Life Skills Curriculum including use of benchmarks in IEPs.

·          Willingness and ability to attend assigned monthly trainings.

·          Must take daily data in various forms to drive instruction.

·          A willingness to bill Medicaid for eligible services provided to the student accurately and in a timely manner.

·          Must be able work with students in non-confrontational manner and present a manner of calmness.

·          Must be able to provide First Aid and/or CPR if needed.

·          Must be able to do CPI interventions in order to keep students and staff safe.

·          Must be able to carry out the physical requirements of the job.  Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and use therapeutic holds when necessary.

·          Must be able to design activities using multiple modalities.  Avoidance of worksheet driven instruction.

·          Must be able to train and effectively manage other staff.

·          Must be able to create and follow schedules and be flexible.

·          Must be able to administer assessments for eligibility and write legally compliant Individual Education Plans (IEP).

·          Must have a knowledge of related medical terms and conditions associated with ASD (Autism).

·          Must be willing to effectively collaborate with other special education teachers and general education teachers.

·          Must be able to effectively communicate with parents.

·          Must be able to use service and train students and staff to use assistive technology in the classroom.

·          Must be able to efficiently and effectively manage time and meet deadlines.

·          Must be willing to administer the ALT testing required in a timely manner and meet all deadlines.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Based on Certified Teacher Salary Schedule

Nampa School District #131 is an equal opportunity employer/educator with an alcohol, drug and tobacco free environment, and does not unlawfully discriminate in employment.  Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons.  Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.  The information contained in this job posting is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The employment relationship with the District is of an "at will" nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge the Employee at any time with or without cause.