ASD Resource 3-5 (1 Position) – Lafayette Elementary

MEMSPA; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Park Public Schools seeks an ASD Resource Teacher for Lafayette for the 2026-2027 school year. The candidate will adapt curricula, implement behavior plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support students with ASD.

Requirements include Michigan ASD Special Education Certification, resource room experience, and knowledge of trauma-informed interventions. The role reports to the Executive Director of Special Education and Building Principal(s).

Qualifications

• Must hold Michigan ASD Special Education certification.
• Resource room experience preferred.
• Must meet North Central requirements for the position.
• Must meet MCL 380.1531 & Administrative Rules Governing the Certification of MI Teachers.
• Experience and knowledge of instructional, behavioral and communication strategies for ASD.
• Classroom instruction and instructional leadership for SPED/ASD students.
• Other requirements as determined by Lincoln Park Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Adapt and modify curricula and learning environments for students.
• Align student programs with the general education curriculum.
• Develop and implement individualized behavior plans based on functional behavioral assessments.
• Use assessment tools and interventions linking outcomes to curriculum.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Utilize appropriate technology and trauma-informed strategies.
• Maintain required SPED timelines and paperwork.

Skills

ASD Special Education

Resource Room Experience

MI Teacher Certification

Behavioral Strategies

Team Collaboration

Instructional Leadership

Education

Michigan ASD Special Education Certification

Job description

Deadline: December 18, 2026
District/Organization: Lincoln Park Public Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: According to LPEA Master Agreement

ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

SPECIAL EDUCATION

2026 -2027 SCHOOL YEAR

POSITION:

ASD Resource- Lafayette

• 3-5 (1 Position)

And any positions that result from the filling of this posting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Michigan Special Education Teacher Certification (ASD teacher certification required)
• Experience in a resource room preferred
• Must meet North Central requirements for the position
• Must meet MCL 380.1531 & Administrative Rules Governing the Certification of MI Teachers
• Experience and knowledge of instructional, behavioral and communication strategies as well as best practices for supporting students with ASD
• Classroom instruction and instructional leader for meeting the needs of Special Education students, and specifically for students with ASD
• Other requirements as determined by the Lincoln Park Board of Education

DUTIES:

• Adapt, accommodate, and modify the general education curricula, pedagogy, and learning environments for students.
• Align and adapt the student’s program with the general education curriculum
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized behavior management strategies and plans. Must prepare and implement behavior plans based on functional behavioral assessments.
• Employ current assessment instruments and approaches, intervention methodologies, strategies, and techniques that are appropriate for students linking assessment outcomes to curriculum planning.
• Work collaboratively with general education teachers and multidisciplinary team
• Use appropriate technology tools
• Implement trauma-informed/resiliency based strategies & interventions
• Communicate to all members of the school & community effectively
• Maintain compliance with special education timelines and required paperwork and documentation
• Meet the physical and mental demands of the teaching profession and the position
• Maintain a philosophy in accordance with the Lincoln Park Public Schools
• Follow directions of supervisors
• Provide classroom instruction and serve as an instructional leader for meeting the needs of Special Education students
• Other duties as required by Executive Director of Special Education and Building Principal

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Executive Director of Special Education, Special Education Supervisor and Building Principal(s)

WORK SCHEDULE:

According to School Calendar

SALARY:

According to LPEA Master Agreement