Teacher Autistic Impaired-Elementary Program

Sylvania; Michigan; On-site; USD 58,894 - 103,085; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Michigan is seeking a dedicated teacher for the Elementary Autism Program. The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and a valid Michigan teaching certificate, with a focus on developing academic and community skills for students with autism. Responsibilities include evaluating student skills, planning educational programs, and collaborating with staff for integrated services. The position starts in September 2025 with a competitive salary ranging from $58,894 to $103,085, along with benefit opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.
• Crisis Prevention Institute certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students' skills in learning, behavior and communication using assessments.
• Plan comprehensive educational programs to develop skills for all students.
• Develop individual instructional objectives based on student assessment.
• Collect, maintain, and analyze data on students' skill acquisition.
• Cooperate in planning curriculum with other personnel for integrated services.
• Utilize functional behavior assessment to develop Positive Behavior Support Plans.
• Keep daily anecdotal records of students.
• Direct paraprofessional duties in the classroom.
• Conduct yearly progress reviews with parents and write progress reports.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Experience working with students with autism

Ability to work constructively with parents, students and fellow workers

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Valid Michigan teaching certificate with AI Endorsement or willingness to obtain

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
2. A valid Michigan teaching certificate with an AI Endorsement, or willingness to obtain.
3. Experience working with students with autism.
4. Willingness to participate in all phases of the instructional program.
5. Crisis Prevention Institute certification or willingness to obtain.
6. Ability to work constructively with parents, students and fellow workers.
7. Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.

ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES SHALL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

1. 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.
2. Plan comprehensive, educational program to develop academic, communication, social and community skills for all students assigned to the class.
3. 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.
4. Collect, maintain and analyze data relating to students' acquisition of functional, community-referenced skills.
5. Cooperate in planning curriculum and instructional programs with other instructional and support personnel to encourage integrated team services for the students.
6. 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.
7. Keep daily anecdotal records of students.
8. Direct paraprofessionals responsible to the teacher in their classroom duties.
9. Conduct yearly progress review with parents and write progress reports on each student as assigned by administration.
10. Perform all other duties as appropriate and determined by supervisor or administrator.

CREDIT GIVEN ON THE SALARY SCHEDULE FOR PRIOR TEACHING EXPERIENCE

WORKYEAR: 192 Days

START DATE: September 2025

WORKLOCATION/LEVEL: Elementary Autism Program

SALARY: Per Macomb Intermediate Federation of Teachers Master Agreement

Credit for previous teaching experience

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

APPLY ONLINE AT: www.misd.net. Applications will be accepted online until 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.