MS ASD Teacher

Wayne RESA; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Park Public Schools in Lincoln Park, Michigan is seeking a Special Education Teacher – ASD (SV) for the middle school. The role focuses on adapting curricula and behavior plans for students with autism, coordinating with general education staff, and delivering evidence-based strategies within a center-based program.

The position requires MI teaching certification with SV endorsement and a commitment to inclusive practices and collaboration with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Special Education Teacher Certification is required.
• Endorsement SV Autism Spectrum Disorder is required or preferred.
• Experience with the Special Education population is preferred.
• Experience in a center-based program is preferred.
• Must meet MCL 380.1531 and related teacher certification rules.
• START Training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adapt, accommodate, and modify curricula and learning environments for students with autism.
• Assess, teach, and modify instruction for students with autism.
• Implement trauma-informed and resiliency-based strategies and interventions.
• Align student programs with the general education curriculum.
• Develop and evaluate individualized behavior management plans based on functional assessments.
• Use multiple curriculum guides to set functional goals.
• Employ appropriate assessment tools and interventions for autism spectrum students.
• Complete records in a timely manner and communicate with school community.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to provide LRE for students with autism.
• Other duties as assigned by administrators.

Education

Valid Michigan Special Education Teacher Certification

Appropriate Special Education Endorsement SV Autism Spectrum Disorder

Experience with Special Education population

Experience working in a center based program

MCL 380.1531 compliance

START Training preferred

Job description

• Position Type:
  Special Education/ Teacher - Autistically Impaired
  
• Date Posted:
  9/22/2026
  
• Location:
  Lincoln Park Middle School
  
• District:
  Lincoln Park Public Schools

LINCOLN PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS

1650 Champaign

Lincoln Park, Michigan 48146

ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

Special Education - Act 18 Funded

2026-2027 School Year

POSITION:

Special Education Teacher – ASD (SV)

Middle School (1)

And any positions that result from the filling of this posting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan Special Education Teacher Certification
• Appropriate Special Education Endorsement (SV) Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Experience with Special Education population preferred
• Experience working in a center based program preferred
• Must meet MCL 380.1531 & Administrative Rules Governing the Certification of MI Teachers
• START Training preferred

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education and/or Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

DUTIES:

• Adapting, accommodating, and modifying the general education curricula, pedagogy, and learning environments for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Assessing, teaching, and modifying instruction and curricula for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Knowledge and skills to implement trauma-informed/resiliency based strategies & interventions
• Aligning and adapting the student's program with the general education curriculum
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized behavior management strategies and plans. Must prepare and implement behavior plans based upon functional behavioral assessments.
• Using a range of curriculum guides to assist with identifying functional goals.
• Employing current assessment instruments and approaches, intervention methodologies, strategies, and techniques that are appropriate for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder linking assessment outcomes to curriculum planning.
• Ability to complete records in a timely manner
• Possess skills to communicate to all members of the school & community
• Be able to meet the physical and mental demands of the teaching profession and the position
• Philosophy in accordance with Lincoln Park Public Schools
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to follow requirements of special education supervisors
• Classroom instruction and instructional leader for meeting the needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Ability to coordinate and oversee Peer to Peer program
• Ability to work collaboratively with general education teachers to provide LRE for students with Autism
• Other duties as assigned

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Executive Director of Special Education, Special Education Supervisor, and Building Principal(s)

WORK SCHEDULE:

According to School Calendar

SALARY:

According to LPEA Master Agreement

Jennifer Walker

Executive Director of Staff and Student Services

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.

The Executive Director of Staff and Student Services