Elementary Special Education Teacher - Long Term Sub

Ravenna Public Schools; Ravenna Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ravenna Public Schools is seeking a passionate, dedicated elementary special education teacher for a Long Term Substitute position focused on Intensive Resource Room with ASD emphasis. The role requires a valid Michigan teaching certificate and an ASD endorsement is preferred.

You will deliver individualized ASD instruction, implement behavioral supports, and collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team to ensure progress toward IEP goals in a highly structured setting.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a Special Education Endorsement (Autism endorsement strongly preferred).
• Experience with elementary students on the Autism Spectrum (ASD) and with complex behavioral/emotional needs.
• Strong knowledge of ASD teaching strategies, PBIS, and trauma-informed practices.
• Ability to build strong, supportive relationships with students, families, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ASD-focused instruction tailored to students with ASD, aligned with IEP goals and the general education curriculum.
• Implement evidence-based instructional strategies, sensory protocols, visual schedules, and positive behavior interventions for ASD and emotional/behavioral needs.
• Develop, write, and implement IEPs in collaboration with families, therapists, and the IEP team.
• Collect and analyze data to inform ASD-focused instruction and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, speech-language pathologist, paraprofessionals, and support staff.
• Maintain a safe, structured, positive classroom environment using proactive behavior management techniques.
• Engage families regularly to support student growth and consistency across environments.

Skills

ASD-focused instruction

PBIS knowledge

Trauma-informed practices

Education

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Special Education Endorsement

Tools

AAC devices

Assistive technology

Job description

Position Title: Elementary Special Education Teacher – Long Term Substitute (Intensive Resource Room / ASD Focus)

Overview

Ravenna Public Schools is seeking a passionate, dedicated, and properly certified educator for a Long Term Substitute position as an Elementary Special Education Teacher in an Intensive Resource Room. This role features a strong focus on serving students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as well as those with significant behavioral and emotional needs. The candidate will provide individualized instruction, communication support, and evidence-based behavioral strategies within a structured, supportive setting tailored to ASD learning needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Specialized ASD Instruction: Deliver individualized and small-group instruction tailored to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), aligned with IEP goals and the general education curriculum.
• Behavioral & Sensory Support: Implement evidence-based instructional strategies, sensory protocols, visual schedules, and positive behavior interventions specifically designed for students with ASD and emotional/behavioral needs.
• IEP Management: Develop, write, and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with families, therapists, and the multidisciplinary IEP team.
• Data & Progress Monitoring: Collect and analyze data to inform ASD-focused instruction, behavior plans, and continuous progress monitoring.
• Communication & Collaboration: Utilize augmentative communication tools/assistive technology and collaborate closely with general education teachers, speech-language pathologist, paraprofessionals, and support staff.
• Classroom Environment: Maintain a safe, highly structured, predictable, and positive classroom environment using proactive behavior management techniques.
• Family Engagement: Communicate regularly with families to support student growth, consistency across environments, and classroom engagement.

Qualifications

• REQUIRED:Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a Special Education Endorsement (Autism Spectrum Disorder endorsement strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated experience and specialized knowledge in working with elementary students on the Autism Spectrum (ASD) and those with complex behavioral/emotional needs.
• Strong understanding of ASD-specific teaching strategies, Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS), and trauma-informed practices.
• Proven ability to build strong, supportive relationships with students, families, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and writing/implementing Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP) for students with ASD.
• Familiarity with assistive technology, augmentative/alternative communication (AAC) devices, and visual communication strategies.
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training preferred.