Autism Support SPED Teacher – Immediate Start

PARKER ELEM; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Elementary in Midland, Texas, part of the Midland Independent School District, seeks a SPED-Teacher Autism Support to provide targeted instruction for students with autism and to coordinate ARD/IEP processes with families.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing individualized plans, collaborating with staff and parents, and employing varied instructional strategies to promote student growth within district guidelines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area.
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal setting and implementation.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Specific training in teaching students with autism and related disorders.
• Ability to assess student achievement and analyze results for improvement.
• Knowledge of current educational research.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEP through ARD/Committee process.
• Develop and implement curriculum plans and show written preparation evidence.
• Prepare lessons accommodating individual student differences.
• Present subject matter per TEA guidelines and district policies.
• Use varied instructional techniques and media to meet student needs.
• Coordinate with staff to plan instructional goals and methods.
• Supervise teacher assistants and volunteers.
• Incorporate technology in teaching/learning processes.
• Assist in selecting instructional materials.

Skills

Special needs knowledge

ARD/IEP process

Curriculum & instruction

Autism teaching methods

Student assessment

Educational research

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching certificate

Probationary Certificate eligibility

Certification Program

Job description

Parker Elementary in Midland, Texas, part of the Midland Independent School District, seeks a SPED-Teacher Autism Support to provide targeted instruction for students with autism and to coordinate ARD/IEP processes with families.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing individualized plans, collaborating with staff and parents, and employing varied instructional strategies to promote student growth within district guidelines.