Teacher - Autistic Impaired (AI) - Secondary (Multiple Positions)

Anchor Bay School District; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

The Anchor Bay School District is seeking a qualified teacher to work with students with autism. Responsibilities include assessing students' skills, planning educational programs, and collaborating with parents and staff. This position offers a competitive salary based on experience and is aimed at fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with autism is required.
• Crisis Prevention Institute certification or willingness to obtain.
• Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students' skills in learning, behavior and communication.
• Plan comprehensive educational programs to develop skills.
• Establish methods to develop Positive Behavior Support Plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work with students with autism

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Valid Michigan teaching certificate with AI Endorsement

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.

A valid Michigan teaching certificate with an AI Endorsement, or willingness to obtain.

Experience working with students with autism.

Willingness to participate in all phases of the instructional program.

Crisis Prevention Institute certification or willingness to obtain.

Ability to work constructively with parents, students and fellow workers.

Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.

ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES SHALL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

Evaluate students' skills in learning, behavior and communication using formalized assessments (e.g., Brigance Diagnostic Inventory of Early Development, Systematic Assessment System (specific for Autism), MI-Curriculum Framework and ecological assessment.

Plan comprehensive, educational program to develop academic, communication, social and community skills for all students assigned to the class.

Develop individual instructional objectives for students based on assessment, Extended and/or Grade Level Content Expectations and regularly update these objectives based on students’ skill acquisition.

Collect, maintain and analyze data relating to students' acquisition of functional, community-referenced skills.

Cooperate in planning curriculum and instructional programs with other instructional and support personnel to encourage integrated team services for the students.

Establish methods to utilize functional behavior assessment to develop Positive Behavior Support Plans within the classroom in accordance with district policies and department of center program procedures.

Keep daily anecdotal records of students.

Direct paraprofessionals responsible to the teacher in their classroom duties.

Conduct yearly progress review with parents and write progress reports on each student as assigned by administration.

Perform all other duties as appropriate and determined by supervisor or administrator.

CREDIT GIVEN ON THE SALARY SCHEDULE FOR PRIOR TEACHING EXPERIENCE

WORK YEAR : 192 Days

START DATE : As soon as possible or August 2025

WORK LOCATION/LEVEL : To be determined

SALARY : Per Macomb Intermediate Federation of Teachers Master Agreement

Credit for previousteaching experience

2025-26 Starting Salary Range $58,894-$103,085

APPLY ONLINE AT: www.misd.net . Applications will be accepted onlineuntil the positions are filled.

INQUIRIES MAY BE DIRECTED TO:

Mr. David Rilley

Assistant Superintendent Human Resources and Operations

Macomb Intermediate School District

44001 Garfield Road

Clinton Township, MI 48038-1100

586.228.3311

The Macomb Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and is in compliance with all state and federal non-discrimination laws and regulations including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Applicants seeking employment may request reasonable accommodation under ADA and may be subject to post-offer physical examination and background check with the Michigan State Police Department.