Autistic Support Teacher - Reading School District

Berks County Intermediate Unit; United States; On-site; USD 51,419 - 96,505; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Long term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a dedicated Autistic Support Teacher to deliver specialized instruction to students requiring support in educational settings. This full-time position involves designing personalized programs in line with IEPs, planning effective evidence-based instruction, and conducting assessments. The ideal candidate will hold a Pennsylvania teaching certification and have experience with Autism. The role offers competitive salaries based on qualifications and provides comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Pennsylvania certified as a special education teacher.
• Experience working with students with Autism preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement individualized instructional programs for students with Autism.
• Plan evidence-based instruction in various settings.
• Conduct assessments to inform instruction and IEP development.

Skills

Experience working with students with Autism

Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Effective communication skills

Education

Pennsylvania teaching certification

Job description

Autistic Support Teacher - Reading School District JobID: 2240

• Position Type: Certified Special Education / Sp Ed Teacher
• Date Posted: 6/17/2025
• Location: Reading School District

Summary of position

To design, implement, and continuously improve instructional programs tailored to the individual needs of students requiring Autistic Support services, ensuring the effective delivery of specially designed instruction aligned with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and promoting success in both school and community settings.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver evidence-based instruction within the least restrictive environment for students with Autism.
• Address developmental goals in academics, communication, social-emotional learning, adaptive behavior, and self-regulation.
• Implement ABA principles across instructional settings (individual, small group, whole class) to promote skill acquisition and generalization.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA, Chapter 14, and BCIU/school district policies.
• Conduct and analyze a variety of assessments (academic, functional, formative, and summative) to inform instruction and IEP development.

Qualifications

• Pennsylvania teaching certification as required by the Department of Education.
• Experience working with students with Autism preferred.
• Knowledge and experience using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and explicit instruction, including Direct Instruction.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with administrative, professional, and support staff.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Personal characteristics indicative of emotional stability, maturity, flexibility, tactfulness, cooperation, and cheerfulness.

Schedule

Full-time, 10 months/year

Salary

• Bachelor = $51,419 to $80,190
• Bach+15 credits = $52,136 to $80,915
• Bach+24 credits = $52,927 to $81,715
• Masters = $62,870 to $92,455
• Mast+15 credits = $63,563 to $93,155
• Mast+30 credits = $64,255 to $93,855
• Mast+45 credits = $65,641 to $95,255
• Mast+60 credits = $66,877 to $96,505

Benefits Included

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Long term disability
• Life insurance
• Eligible for PSERS, PA Public School Employees Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program to include three free counseling sessions

Attachments

• SE Teacher-Autistic Support_Classroom_04152025_final.doc