Wide Special Education Teacher, LEAD Autism Program

City-Wide Special Education Teacher, LEAD Autism Program

Recruitment began on September 12, 2025

and the job listing Expires on March 12, 2026

POSITION TITLE:

CITY WIDE SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER, (LEAD AUTISM PROGRAM), CURRENTLY AT GREENE-HILLS K-8 SCHOOL

DEPARTMENT: TEACHER

REPORTS TO:

DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL SERVICES / SUPERVISOR OF SPECIAL SERVICES

SUMMARY:

To provide an innovative and creative learning environment which fosters students’ individual growth and development in all program areas.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Plan and implement academic and clinical IEP goals through continuous assessment of each student.
• Have knowledge and an ability to apply a developmentally focused classroom structure.
• Develop and implement an integrated curriculum by sharing ideas, materials and methods with professional colleagues.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of subject matter in areas of specialization.
• Assess students’ abilities and craft teaching plans;
  Plan daily lessons to provide a variety of learning experiences
• Find engaging activities to teach skills (i.e. drawing and theater drama)
• Vary instructional material and activities through a multi-modality approach.
• Develop and implement an effective behavior management program that meets the overall goals of the program.
• Manage classroom crises and resolve conflict
• Monitor children’s behavioral patterns and arrange appropriate interventions if needed
• Maintain appropriate student records and submit required reports within a designated time period.
• Work with teachers in various disciplines.
• Work cooperatively with parents to maintain ongoing communication and provide support and resources when necessary.
• Adapt learning materials to students’ needs
• Keep track of and reflect on students’ needs
• Perform educational testing and evaluations in order to assess students’ needs.
• Actively participate in a transdisciplinary model and demonstrate strong collaboration skills.
• Integrate the clinical group goals and objectives into the educational curricula.
• Actively participate in staff development activities to foster professional and personal growth.
• Develop student awareness and self-respect by fostering experiences that encourage students to achieve realistic and personal goals.
• Prepare students for transition to the next grade
• Inform parents about their children’s performance and potential problems
• Participate in ongoing performance evaluations.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.
• Serve on faculty and curriculum committees.
• Implement individual education program for special needs students.

• Supervises classroom and students (aides, volunteers and parent helpers where appropriate). Performs general supervisory duties as scheduled.
• Coach/mentor other professionals who work with children with disabilities
• Collaborate with support staff (i.e. school counselors and speech therapists) to create holistic intervention plans

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Proven experience as a Special Education Teacher or relevant role
• Good knowledge of current special education topics and methodologies
• Experience working with children with a wide range of disabilities
• Ability to create IEPs
• A patient, resourceful and resilient personality
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• BS in Special Education; MS is a plus.
• Additional credits required for completion of certification requirements.

• ** PMT TRAINING WILL BE REQUIRED AND PROVIDED BY THE DISTRICT**

Ability to read, analyze and interpret periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write memos, reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present…