Autism Support Specialist

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne County Schools is seeking an Autism Mentor to support classroom instruction under the teacher's direction. The role requires a high school diploma or TASC, and certification steps including the Autism Mentor standards and CPR/First Aid training.

The aide will maintain student records, prepare notices, supervise activities, and ensure classroom safety. Experience with autistic students is required; regular staff development is expected. Travel may be required in some cases.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or TASC required.
• Personnel must be or have been classified as an Aide, or must pass the state prescribed exam for Aide.
• Must complete Autism Mentor certification within 3 years.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to relate to children.
• Special Education Aide requires CPR & First Aid Training and may require lifting.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties as outlined by the classroom teacher.
• Keeps files of the children’s work, test scores. Health services, etc.
• Prepares routine notices concerning activities, PAC meetings, etc.
• Conducts activities for students with directions firmly established by the teacher.
• Monitors testing and classroom tasks assigned to students.
• Corrects activities assigned to students.
• Operates audiovisual equipment in the course of instructional duties.
• Secures materials for instructional programs through proper channels.
• Prepares material for instruction as outlined by the classroom teacher.
• Available for consultations with parents.
• Complies with in-service training required by Wayne County Schools.
• Keeps records as needed to accomplish evaluation for programs and sees that all information on students is current and available for review at all times.
• Keeps a skill mastery list on each student up to date in cooperation with classroom teacher where required.
• Maintains positive work habits.
• Performs duties efficiently and productively.
• Maintains and/or upgrades job-related skills.
• Could be required to ride bus.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal.
• Develops and maintains a safe work environment at all times.

Skills

Teamwork

Relate to children

CPR & First Aid Training

Education

High school diploma or TASC

Aide status or passing Aide exam

Autism Mentor certification within 3 years

Two years experience with autistic students

Job description

Wayne County Schools is seeking an Autism Mentor to support classroom instruction under the teacher's direction. The role requires a high school diploma or TASC, and certification steps including the Autism Mentor standards and CPR/First Aid training.

The aide will maintain student records, prepare notices, supervise activities, and ensure classroom safety. Experience with autistic students is required; regular staff development is expected. Travel may be required in some cases.