Autism Support Teacher

Autism Support Teacher

The Carlisle Area School District is currently seeking candidates to fill a full-time Elementary Special Education Autism Support Teacher position available for the school year. This position is located at Mt. Holly Elementary School. The Autistic Support Teacher will implement an intensive instructional model, using principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). The Autistic Support Teacher is responsible for planning instruction and adaptation of general/special education curriculum to accommodate students in the learning process. This teacher will function as the Case Manager for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and oversee the compliance of Chapter 14 paperwork.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complies with timelines, laws and regulations relating to District, State and Federal policies and procedures
• Develops timely and compliant IEPs for eligible students
• Plans and implements academic instruction for students that exhibit communication, social and behavioral challenges using evidence-based methods and modified curriculum (e.g. PEAK)
• Plans and implements non-academic instruction in areas such as social skills, toileting and community-based instruction
• Understands and completes Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs)
• Collects, documents and shares students' progress on goals and objectives, accommodations, and service time
• Collaborate with all service providers, General Education Teachers, and other staff to support and provide documentation for the evaluation and re-evaluation process
• Provides direction and training to the Paraprofessional staff assigned to the Autistic Support classroom
• Develops, implements and evaluates the effectiveness of Behavior Support Plan
• Employs SCM (Safe Crisis Management) techniques, along with an understanding of the function of behavior to prevent behavior-related issues and intervene safely and effectively, including restraint techniques when indicated
• Participates in building-level or District meetings as directed by the building Principal or Central Office Leadership
• Performs all other duties assigned by the Principal or District Leadership