ASD Resource Elementary

Wayne County Schools Employment Network; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Park Public Schools seeks an ASD Resource Teacher for Lafayette to support students with autism spectrum disorders within the resource program. The role emphasizes adapting curricula, implementing behavior plans, and collaborating with general educators and specialists to meet individualized education plans.

The position requires Michigan Special Education Certification with ASD endorsement, experience in resource settings, and adherence to state/North Central requirements; other duties

Qualifications

• MI Special Education Certification required, ASD certification preferred.
• Experience in a resource room preferred.
• Must meet North Central requirements for the position.
• Experience with instructional, behavioral and communication strategies for students with ASD.

Responsibilities

• Adapt, modify and align curricula for students with ASD.
• Develop and implement individualized behavior plans based on functional assessments.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and multidisciplinary team.
• Use technology tools to support instruction and data collection.
• Implement trauma-informed and PBIS strategies and maintain required documentation.

Skills

ASD knowledge

Collaborative teamwork

Behavior management

Education

MI Special Education Certification (ASD)

Job description

• Position Type: Special Education/ Teacher - Autistically Impaired


• Date Posted: 10/19/2026


• District: Lincoln Park Public Schools

LINCOLN PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS

1650 Champaign

Lincoln Park, Michigan 48146

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


• Implement building wide PBIS


• Case manager for special education paperwork


• 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

Jennifer Walker

Executive Director of Staff and Student Services

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.

The Executive Director of Staff and Student Services