Behavior​/Autism Specialist; Certificated

Behavior/Autism Specialist (Certificated) -  School Year

Louisa County Public Schools LCPS - Mineral, Virginia Open in Google Maps

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• Job : 5572523
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Mar 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Behavior/Autism Specialist

Major

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides instructional methodology and behavioral support and training to teachers, children/families, and staff.
• Plans and supports implementation of the essential components of an instructional program for students with ASD to include: early intervention, predictability and structure, functional analysis of behaviors, development of behavior intervention plans, and systematic data monitoring.
• Provides support for the development of individualized student and family-centered educational plans in collaboration with school teams and district administrators.
• Works as a member of the division’s special education support staff and collaborates with members of school teams to assess student needs, determine appropriate interventions, set up appropriate progress monitoring plans, analyze student data, and complete Functional Behavioral Assessments with Behavior Intervention Plans in order to provide appropriate behavioral supports for students.
• Trains and coaches staff in instructional strategies around executive functioning and social cognitive deficits consistent with a diagnosis of ASD.
• Trains and coaches staff in appropriate use of visual supports and environmental modifications to meet the educational needs of students with ASDs.
• Assists in the implementation of individualized transition plans to ensure that students receive skills necessary for successful full‑time re‑entry in general education classrooms and for transition to district middle or high schools.
• Provides crisis response and management for students who are experiencing significant behavioral and emotional challenges.
• Training and supervision of para educators as directed by Special Education Administrators.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of three years of successful experience as a special education teacher or school psychologist in planning and delivering instructional and behavioral interventions for school‑based youth with ASDs.
• Documented successful experience working in a variety of instructional settings with special education populations in one‑on‑one settings in addition to small and large group instruction.
• Valid Virginia Teaching Certificate with K-12 Special Education endorsement and/or licensure as a school psychologist.
• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Ability to conduct a Functional Behavioral Assessment and develop a Behavioral Intervention Plan that is instructionally focused and considerate of common characteristics of students with ASDs as well as being sufficiently individualized.
• Must have a valid Virginia driver's license to travel to support all schools in the division.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification (optional)
• Knowledge of and experience in evidence-based strategies for working with students with ASDs, including TEAACH or ABA
• Experience in setting up and using data monitoring systems for student outcomes related to social skills progress
• Experience in coaching school‑based staff in behavioral strategies.
• Experience in providing professional development to teachers and other school staff.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current strategies in the field of autism with school‑aged children and youth.
• Demonstrated ability to use conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills.
• Knowledge of current special education program state and federal regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to relate in a positive way with students, staff, parents and the community.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, facilitate and implement meaningful professional development activities.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with clarity.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, administrators and support personnel in a team approach to solving individual student behavior problems.
• Ability to maintain high ethical standards throughout all duties.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to ethnic, cultural and religious diversity of students, staff, parents and community.
• Ability to support and value the efforts of ongoing cultural community projects and events.
• Must model and maintain exemplary punctuality and attendance.

Position Type: Full‑Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

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• Phone: 540‑894‑5115