Behavior Interventionist Teacher for Autistic Learners

Rutherford County Schools - Tennessee; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutherford County Schools - Tennessee seeks an educator to support students with disabilities, including autism, and to address behavioral needs. The role requires knowledge of applicable laws and strong collaboration with school staff, administrators, and families to ensure appropriate placement and discipline planning.

Candidates should have strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills and preferably hold a Tennessee Teaching Certificate.

Qualifications

• Experience with picture communication systems and/or augmentative communication devices.
• Ability to pass and utilize therapeutic crisis intervention training provided by RCS.
• Meets all health, physical and background-check requirements.
• Hold a current Tennessee Teaching Certificate preferred.
• Have both training and successful experience working with students with moderate to severe behavioral problems.
• Must have successful training and/or experience working with students with Autism.
• Understand Federal, State and local regulations regarding the identification, placement and discipline of students with disabilities.
• Strong Interpersonal skills & ability to work effectively with a wide range of people (i.e., students, school administrators, teachers, other professionals in the school and community, support staff, parents, etc.)
• Strong written and verbal presentation skills

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Crisis intervention training

Education

Tennessee Teaching Certificate preferred

Job description

Rutherford County Schools - Tennessee seeks an educator to support students with disabilities, including autism, and to address behavioral needs. The role requires knowledge of applicable laws and strong collaboration with school staff, administrators, and families to ensure appropriate placement and discipline planning.

Candidates should have strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills and preferably hold a Tennessee Teaching Certificate.