Autism Support Specialist

Susquehanna Township School District; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Susquehanna Township School District seeks a Special Education Teacher to plan and provide learning experiences for students with disabilities across diverse settings. The role crafts flexible programs with specialized instruction to help students benefit from the general education curriculum when supported with aides and accommodations.

The position emphasizes differentiated, inclusive instruction and collaboration with families and professionals to promote academic, social, and emotional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Appropriate Special Education PA Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment.
• Employ special educational strategies and techniques during instruction.
• Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multi-sensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning.
• Teach socially acceptable behavior through individualized education plans (IEPs) and positive behavioral supports.
• Modify the general education curriculum for students with disabilities using various instructional techniques and technologies.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time.
• Meet with parents to discuss progress and determine priorities for the children’s needs.
• Confer with parents, administrators, school psychologists, teachers, social workers, and other professionals to develop IEPs.
• Maintain accurate student records and prepare reports as required by laws and district policies.
• Develop objectives for lessons and communicate them to students.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals assigned to caseload students.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Appropriate Special Education PA Certification

Job description

Susquehanna Township School District seeks a Special Education Teacher to plan and provide learning experiences for students with disabilities across diverse settings. The role crafts flexible programs with specialized instruction to help students benefit from the general education curriculum when supported with aides and accommodations.

The position emphasizes differentiated, inclusive instruction and collaboration with families and professionals to promote academic, social, and emotional