Autism Learning Center Teacher

Abilities First

MIDDLETOWN (OH)

On-site

USD 20,664 - 25,485

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

An educational support organization in Middletown, Ohio, is seeking a full-time Teacher for their Autism Learning Center. The role includes developing individualized educational plans for students with Autism and supervising classroom staff. A Bachelor's Degree in Education is preferred, with a competitive salary ranging from $15.00 to $18.50 per hour plus benefits after 90 days.

Qualifications

Must have at least a Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field.
Preferred experience with preschool and elementary school aged children, especially with Autism.
1 year of teaching experience required.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement specialized individual goals for students.
Plan and implement educational activities aligned with ODE standards.
Supervise classroom assistants and volunteers.

Skills

Experience with children with developmental disabilities

Knowledge of DIR/Developmental Inter-Relationship Approach

Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Associate Degree

Job description

Job Description

We are searching for a Teacher to join our Autism Learning Center, who would either work as a Co-lead or with an Assistant, in a classroom of 6 - 8 students utilizing the Ohio Autism Scholarship and during our Summer Program.

Training will be provided, and we maintain a ratio of 1:3 in Preschool, and up to 1:4 in K/2.

Wage increases based on education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Education or related field, or an Associate Degree with 3 years experience.
Experience with preschool and elementary school aged children, children with developmental disabilities and children with Autism preferred.
Some experience with DIR/Developmental Inter-Relationship Approach and/or Applied Behavior Analysis preferred but not required.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide a quality preschool & grade school educational experience, that incorporates individualized, specific educational, behavioral and therapeutic strategies to meet the needs of each student diagnosed with Autism or on the Autism Spectrum.

Develops and implements specialized social, behavioral, communication and language, play, gross motor, fine motor, sensory and self-care goals for each student that support IEP/IFSP goals.
Plans and implements educational activities that utilize specific therapeutic and teaching strategies, are aligned with ODE academic content standards, graded and modified appropriate to the student’s developmental and learning levels.
Ensures that the program has specific learning materials, furniture, adaptive equipment, assistive technology, games and toys appropriate to the needs of the students in the class and their educational and therapeutic goals.
Supervises classroom assistants and volunteers, facilitating their engagement and practical learning within the classrooms.
Assists completion of quarterly progress reports.
Participates in IEP and ETR meetings with local school districts, as needed.
Follows behavior plans under guidance of BCBA.
Completes all required paperwork including lesson plans, assessments, data collection, and progress notes and prepares reports and presentations when needed.

Paid Time Off begins accruing at date of hire.

FT staff are eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision, and other benefits after 90th day of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $15.00 - 18.50/Hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits: