Autism Education Consultant for ASD Programs & Training

RUM RIVER SPECIAL EDUCATION COOP; Cambridge (MN); Presencial; USD 45 000 - 98 000; Tempo integral

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Resumo da oferta

RUM RIVER SPECIAL EDUCATION COOP is seeking an Autism Consultant to support teachers in identifying and planning services for students birth-21 with Autism and related disorders. The role emphasizes collaboration with districts, staff training, and development of evaluation plans to meet educational needs.

The position involves guiding teams through IFSP/IEP processes, data collection, and adapting instructional environments to promote inclusive education in least restrictive settings.

Qualificações

• Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in Education or Related Field.
• Preferred: Master's, Education Specialist or Doctorate in Special Education or Related Field.
• Preferred: Three or more years working in a related position.

Responsabilidades

• Provide input on curriculum and instruction development, selection, and implementation as requested.
• Assist in the development and procurement of accessible instructional materials, as needed.
• Provide leadership and training in instructional programs, social skills, and interaction strategies for students with ASD, their peers and adults across various settings.
• Guide staff in the creation of special education evaluation plans that equip teams to identify infants, toddlers, and students who have ASD and their educational needs.
• Develop, implement, and train staff in record keeping and data collection systems to measure student progress and attainment levels.
• Trains and consult with teachers and paraprofessionals on effective strategies, communication systems, environment adaptations and their possible relationship to managing behaviors of students with ASD.
• Support staff in the development of IFSPs and IEPs that are designed to meet the unique communicative and behavioral needs of students with ASD.
• Consult with special education staff regarding students who are not responding to academic, behavioral, or functional skill interventions.
• Promote collaboration between general education and special education staff regarding accommodations and modifications that may help students to reach their IEP goals and access the general curriculum.
• Provide expertise as part of IFSP and IEP teams for students with significant and unique ASD-related needs.
• Ensure processes are being followed that support district placement decisions for students transitioning to and from Federal Setting III and IV programs in order to ensure that students remain in their least restrictive environment.
• Assist in developing/coordinating student reintegration plans, including Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), in order to increase the likelihood that transitioning students will function effectively in the mainstream school setting.
• Assist staff with designing learning environments with physical modifications/accommodations to address individual needs of students with ASD.
• Collaborate and provide consultation services regarding assistive technology, accessibility, and secondary transition
• Communicate with outside individuals and agency staff

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree in Education or Related Field

Master's, Education Specialist or Doctorate in Special Education or Related Field

Three+ years experience in related position

Descrição da oferta de emprego

RUM RIVER SPECIAL EDUCATION COOP is seeking an Autism Consultant to support teachers in identifying and planning services for students birth-21 with Autism and related disorders. The role emphasizes collaboration with districts, staff training, and development of evaluation plans to meet educational needs.

The position involves guiding teams through IFSP/IEP processes, data collection, and adapting instructional environments to promote inclusive education in least restrictive settings.