POSITION
Autism Resource Specialist
LOCATION
District 742 Sites
TYPE OF POSITION
1.0 F.T.E.
Hours may vary based on building/program needs
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION
Open until filled
REPORT TO:
Special Education Supervisors, Special Education Director
POSITION INFORMATION:
Autism Resource Specialists in ISD 742 support special education teams with program development and implementation for students identified with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Developmental Cognitive Disabilities. They provide curricular resources, programming consultation, assessment support, and professional development.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
Current Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) teaching license issued by the MN Department of Education
A minimum of five years experience working directly with students with ASD
Ability to develop and effectively implement instructional strategies which meet educational needs of students with ASD
Knowledge of the identification/ evaluation process and Minnesota ASD criteria and eligibility
Knowledge of the Functional Behavioral Assessment process and positive behavioral interventions for students with ASD
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with families, school staff, and community agencies
Essential Duties:
Educate and collaborate with ASD instructional and support staff to create safe and respectful learning environments
Collaborate with instructional team members to ensure quality and coherent educational programs based on best practices
Coordinate district-wide efforts to develop the curricular, instructional and assessment practices of educators to better serve students with ASD
Complete assessments for initial evaluations for ASD
Secure a variety of curriculum and assessment tools to support the attainment of instructional goals for students across the range of ASD
Attend IEP, evaluation and other team meetings for students with Autism.
Assist with development of goals and instructional programming through consultation and support services
Provide assistance with Behavior Support Plans