Special Education - MIPA (Candidate Pool)

Arlington Public Schools; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution is seeking dedicated individuals for the Special Education - MIPA candidate pool for the upcoming school year. This role focuses on supporting students with autism through tailored instructional strategies and behavior management systems. Ideal candidates will possess excellent interpersonal skills and experience with assistive technology. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions can make a significant impact on the lives of students. If you are passionate about special education and eager to foster inclusive learning experiences, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have or be eligible for Virginia licensure.
• Experience working with children with autism and ABA.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively as a team member with colleagues.
• Design and evaluate individual behavior management systems.

Skills

Teamwork

Organization

Interpersonal Skills

Behavior Management Systems

Instructional Strategies for Autism

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Assistive Technology

Education

Virginia Licensure

Tools

Picture Exchange Communication System

Job description

Job Posting – Special Education - MIPA (Candidate Pool)

JOB STATUS: OPEN

POSTING DATE: 12/11/2024

POSTING NUMBER: T25/26-MIPA

LOCATION: Multiple Locations

POSITION TITLE: Special Education - MIPA (Candidate Pool)

JOB DESCRIPTION: Posted to create a candidate pool for the 2025-26 School Year.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to work effectively as a team member with colleagues.
• Flexible, dependable, and highly organized.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to design, implement and evaluate individual behavior management systems.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working with children with autism.
• Knowledge of and experience with a variety of strategies for instruction for students with autism.
• Knowledge and experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Experience with the Picture Exchange Communication System.
• Knowledge and experience using assistive technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have or be eligible for Virginia licensure.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

If you would like to apply to this position please follow these steps:

1. Log into your application and select the appropriate application (Current APS employees interested in transferring must select the Employee Transfer Application.) If you are a new online application user, please register with the online system, then proceed to Step 2.
2. Login to your application, select the appropriate application, click the Start Application button at the bottom of the page.
3. Click the Continue/Save button at the bottom of each web page until you reach the Employment Openings page of the application.
4. On the Employment Openings page, click the Add Job button.
5. Select the position you would like to apply for from the drop down list.
6. Click the Add Another button to add a different position to your application or if you have finished click the Continue button and proceed to Step 7.
7. Once you have finished selecting the job(s) click the Continue button at the bottom of each web page and submit the application. (You will need to complete the Applicant Testimony and Applicant's Authorization Statement every time you re-submit your application.)
8. Click the Submit button on the left.
9. Click the Submit Application button to finish applying for an APS position(s).
10. Please do not contact the schools regarding job openings.

Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy 35-4.4, Employee Relations – Equal Employment Opportunity - that “Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age, economic status, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability.”

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SALARY:

Salary will be based on the FY2025-26 salary schedule.