ASD Classroom Teacher — Innovative, Student-Centered

Oakland Human Resources Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Avondale seeks an ASD Classroom Teacher at Auburn Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on direct instruction for ASD students, collaboration with staff, and delivering engaging lessons to support growth.

Applicants should hold a Michigan Certification with ASD endorsement preferred or be in a planned program, with at least two years in a special education ASD setting. Lifting up to 40 pounds and strong data/IEP skills are required.

Qualifications

• Current Michigan Certification with ASD endorsement preferred or enrolled in a planned program.
• Minimum of two years of successful special education experience with ASD classrooms.
• Knowledge of modification and accommodations for general education curriculum.
• Demonstrates understanding of ASD and how ASD instruction should be delivered.
• Proficient in developing Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance statements, IEP goals/objects, FBA and Behavior Plans.
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention certification
• Proficient in facilitating, writing, and implementing IEPs and Behavior Plans
• Ability to meet physical demands including lifting up to 40 pounds
• High energy level with the ability to respond quickly to various situations
• Excellent communication and knowledge of growth, learning theories, and ed rules

Responsibilities

• Participate in development of the special education philosophy of service and delivery.
• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Collect accurate ongoing data on children's programming.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with staff.
• Provide direct instruction for ASD-certified students in academic, communication, and social skills.
• Provide direction to classroom paraeducators.
• Assess students' progress and communicate with parents.
• Remain compliant with state and federal rules for Special Education.
• Proficient in facilitating, writing, and implementing IEPs and Behavior Plans.
• Develop IEPs with goals that provide educational benefit and use assistive technology.
• Assist students with basic needs, including feeding and toileting.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Administrator.
• Promote parent and school community education in autism and related topics.
• Encourage student philanthropy for those affected by autism.

Skills

Special Education

ASD Expertise

IEP Development

Communication Skills

Crisis Intervention

Education

Michigan Certification

Endorsement for ASD

Job description

Avondale seeks an ASD Classroom Teacher at Auburn Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on direct instruction for ASD students, collaboration with staff, and delivering engaging lessons to support growth.

Applicants should hold a Michigan Certification with ASD endorsement preferred or be in a planned program, with at least two years in a special education ASD setting. Lifting up to 40 pounds and strong data/IEP skills are required.