Elementary Autism Support Teacher - Kindergarten Focus

Anova Education; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carlisle Area School District seeks an Elementary Special Education Autism Support Teacher for Mooreland Elementary School for the 2026–2027 year. The role focuses on individualized instruction for kindergarten students with autism using ABA-based methods and evidence-based supports.

The teacher will develop IEPs, collect data, and collaborate with teachers, families, and related staff to promote student growth and school inclusion. Immediate availability is noted.

Qualifications

• PA Special Education Certification is required.
• Background clearances: Act 24, Act 34, Act 151, Act 114, Act 168.
• Criminal background clearance and Safe Schools Training required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement individualized instruction based on IEP goals.
• Use ABA, VB-MAPP, and PEAK programming in instruction.
• Develop compliant IEPs and serve as casemanager.
• Collect and analyze student data to monitor progress.
• Collaborate with general education staff, families, and related service providers.
• Support paraprofessionals in the Autism Support classroom.
• Promote inclusion in the general education environment when possible.
• Participate in SCM training and de-escalation procedures.
• Maintain required district and state documentation and timelines.
• Attend building and district meetings and professional development.
• Perform additional duties assigned by leadership.

Skills

Patience

Creativity

Flexibility

Collaboration

Autism experience

Education

PA Special Education Certification

Act 24 Arrest/Conviction Certification

Act 34 Criminal Clearance

Act 151 Child Line Clearance

Act 114 FBI Fingerprinting Security Clearances

Act 168 Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release and Safe Schools Training

Tools

ABA principles

VB-MAPP

PEAK programming

Structured teaching

Visual supports

Positive reinforcement

Job description

The Carlisle Area School District seeks an Elementary Special Education Autism Support Teacher for Mooreland Elementary School for the 2026–2027 year. The role focuses on individualized instruction for kindergarten students with autism using ABA-based methods and evidence-based supports.

The teacher will develop IEPs, collect data, and collaborate with teachers, families, and related staff to promote student growth and school inclusion. Immediate availability is noted.