Autism Room Teacher

Applitrack; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

The Lafayette School Corporation in Lafayette, Indiana, seeks a caring special education teacher for its K–4 Autism Program. You will develop and monitor IEPs and provide individualized instruction to support academic, communication, social development, emotional regulation, and independence.

The role involves collaborating with families, paraprofessionals, general education teachers, and related services to promote inclusion, data-driven progress, and student success throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education or special education.
• Valid Indiana teaching license for Mild or Intense Interventions for the assigned grades.
• Experience with students on the autism spectrum.
• Knowledge of evidence-based autism instruction and positive behavior supports.
• Knowledge of IEP development, implementation, progress monitoring, and Indiana IEP.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment regarding student safety and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education programs (IEPs) reflecting each student's strengths, needs, and goals.
• Provide specially designed instruction in academic skills, communication, social interaction, adaptive skills, and independence.
• Use evidence-based instructional practices, including visual supports, structured routines, explicit instruction, and positive reinforcement.
• Adapt curriculum, instructional materials, and classroom activities to support individual learning needs and access to grade-level content or content connectors.
• Collaborate with speech-language pathologists and other specialists to support communication, including AAC, as appropriate.
• Implement individualized behavior support plans and teach strategies for emotional regulation, transitions, and participation.
• Collect and analyze instructional and behavioral data to monitor progress, adjust instruction, and communicate results to families and team members.
• Coordinate IEP meetings and maintain accurate, timely documentation using Indiana IEP.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support meaningful inclusion and participation with peers, when appropriate.
• Provide daily direction, schedules, coaching, and support to paraprofessionals assigned to the program.
• Coordinate support for personal care, toileting, feeding, mobility, and other daily living needs, providing direct assistance as required.
• Maintain a safe, organized classroom that supports students' sensory, communication, and learning needs.
• Provide appropriate supervision across classroom activities, transitions, and other school settings.
• Maintain regular, respectful communication with parents and guardians and coordinate with outside providers when appropriate and authorized.
• Complete required district and position-specific training within established timelines, including within 60 days of hire when applicable.
• Perform other duties associated with the teaching profession as assigned by administration.

Skills

Special Education

Autism

IEP knowledge

Communication

Collaboration

Safety & Well-being

Education

Bachelor's in Elem Ed or SPED

Tools

AAC

Job description

• Position Type:
  Special Education Services
• Date Posted:
  10/2/2026

LAFAYETTE SCHOOL CORPORATION

Autism Teacher — Grades K–4

Lafayette, Indiana

Position Type: Certified Teacher
Employment Status: Full-Time, 1.0 FTE
Program Location: To be determined
School Year/Start Date: 2026-2027 School Year /Start Date is as soon as possible
Reports To: Building Administration & Director of Special Education

Position Summary

The Lafayette School Corporation is seeking a caring, collaborative special education teacher to serve students in its K–4 Autism Program. The teacher will provide individualized instruction that supports academic achievement, communication, social development, emotional regulation, and independence.

This position leads a structured, supportive classroom and works closely with families, paraprofessionals, general education teachers, related service providers, and administrators to help students succeed throughout the school day.

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education programs (IEPs) that reflect each student's strengths, needs, and goals.
• Provide specially designed instruction in academic skills, communication, social interaction, adaptive skills, and independence.
• Use evidence-based instructional practices, including visual supports, structured routines, explicit instruction, and positive reinforcement.
• Adapt curriculum, instructional materials, and classroom activities to support individual learning needs and access to grade-level content or content connectors.
• Collaborate with speech-language pathologists and other specialists to support communication, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), as appropriate.
• Implement individualized behavior support plans and teach strategies for emotional regulation, transitions, and participation.
• Collect and analyze instructional and behavioral data to monitor progress, adjust instruction, and communicate results to families and team members.
• Coordinate IEP meetings and maintain accurate, timely documentation using Indiana IEP.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support meaningful inclusion and participation with peers, when appropriate .
• Provide daily direction, schedules, coaching, and support to paraprofessionals assigned to the program.
• Coordinate support for personal care, toileting, feeding, mobility, and other daily living needs, providing direct assistance as required.
• Maintain a safe, organized classroom that supports students' sensory, communication, and learning needs.
• Provide appropriate supervision across classroom activities, transitions, and other school settings.
• Maintain regular, respectful communication with parents and guardians and coordinate with outside providers when appropriate and authorized.
• Complete required district and position-specific training within established timelines, including within 60 days of hire when applicable.
• Perform other duties associated with the teaching profession as assigned by administration.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education or special education.
• Valid Indiana Department of Education teaching license in Mild or Intense Interventions appropriate for the assigned grade levels and position.
• Experience working with students on the autism spectrum.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices for autism instruction, individualized programming, and positive behavior supports.
• Knowledge of IEP development, implementation, progress monitoring, and Indiana IEP.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment regarding student learning, safety, and well-being.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching elementary students in an autism classroom.
• Training or certification related to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Knowledge of the STAR curriculum.
• Experience with AAC, assistive technology, and adaptive instructional tools.
• Experience directing and supporting classroom paraprofessionals.
• Professional development in sensory supports, de-escalation, and emotional regulation.

Compensation and Benefits

LSC offers competitive compensation consistent with the applicable teacher compensation plan and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Indiana Teachers' Retirement Fund participation.
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid leave.
• Employee health clinic and wellness resources.

About the Lafayette School Corporation

LSC is committed to providing high-quality educational opportunities in a diverse and inclusive school community. Our staff value collaboration, continuous improvement, meaningful relationships, and student success. Located in Greater Lafayette, the district benefits from strong community connections and proximity to Purdue University.

Join the LSC team and help students build the skills, confidence, and independence to thrive.

Lafayette School Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.