Autism Inclusion Support Teacher (Prek-3)

Dickinson Independent School District•League City, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Autism Inclusion Support Teacher (PreK-3) at Calder Road Elementary School will act as a case manager for students with Autism mainstreamed in general education classrooms. This role requires demonstrating ethical behavior, maintaining confidentiality, and managing student behavior to ensure a safe and optimal learning environment using evidence-based approaches tailored to the unique needs of students with Autism. The teacher will provide instruction and adapt lessons, strategies, and methods to meet these needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate, with required general education and special education endorsements for assignments
Demonstrated instructional competency in the core academic subject area assigned
Must be able to work in a flexible and cooperative manner with co-workers, supervisors, and students
Grade level understanding of math, writing and reading
Basic computer skills
Certified in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI)

Responsibilities

Act as the case manager for students with Autism who are mainstreamed in the general education classroom
Demonstrate ethical behavior and confidentiality of information regarding students in the school environment and community
Manage student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment while utilizing effective and evidence-based approaches to meet the unique needs of students with Autism
Provide instruction and accommodate lessons, strategies, and methods to meet the needs of students with autism
Monitor student performance and progress
Data collection in accordance with their IEP or BIP goals
Support the student inside and outside the classroom during transitions, unstructured times, and school activities
Develop and implement instruction for students
Work with general education teachers to develop strategies and alternative methods of instruction to support students in the classroom
All other duties as assigned
Advocate for students
Consistent communication with parents, teachers, and administrators
Make decisions based on the best interests of each student
Mentor and support students with emotional and/or behavioral concerns
Teach and practice social skills
Develop and write adaptive behavior/social skills IEP goals for Annual ARD
Develop and write a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)
Update IEP goals every nine weeks and before Annual ARD
Complete the Autism Supplement
Collaborate with general education teachers regarding student performance and needs
Provide a schedule for paraprofessionals who will work with students with Autism to follow
Provide guidance and direction for paraprofessionals
Participate in multiple staff development trainings that focus on working with students who have Autism
Provide assistance for the training of other personnel
Actively participate in faculty and grade-level/department meetings
Supervise assigned teacher aide