ESY Autism/Low Incidence Specialist - In-Person

Arlington Public Schools•Arlington, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Human Resources announces openings for Summer School ESY Autism/Low Incidence Specialist 2026 ESY Autism/Low Incidence Specialist - In-Person Elementary Locations: Glebe (PreK Developmental), Innovation (MIPA), Fleet (DHH/Life skills/Interlude), Carlin Springs Secondary Locations: Kenmore MS and Wakefield HS, Shriver July 6, 2026 through July 31, 2026 Professional Days and Orientation: July 1, 2

Requirements

Must hold a valid license (or provisional license) in special education
Demonstrated success in development, implementation and evaluation of individual and group behavior management and modification plans.
Familiarity with ABA.
As a team member in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Autism and Low Incidence.
Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
With strategies for instruction including augmentative communication, assistive technology, PECS, and Individual Behavior Management.
Working with children with autism spectrum disorders and with various disabilities in a school setting

Responsibilities

Provide coaching in instructional methodology and/or behavioral support and training to school-based teams for students with autism/low-incidence disabilities.
Observation of student in school setting(s)
Meeting with school-based teams to provide feedback, based on observation(s)
Some support may be ongoing, based on the specific need of the student
Sharing best-practices (Evidence-Based Practices, or EBP) with school staff
Work with teams to access student-specific materials (and classroom specific when appropriate). May include such supports as student schedules, calming menus, social stories, behavioral charts/supports, etc.
Assist school-based staff with environmental modifications to ensure student success
Provide on-going support to countywide programs
Consult with the summer school committee as needed regarding materials and staffing.
Assist teams with acquiring equipment/sensory supports required for students