Pathfinder School Autistic Support Teacher

Job Title: Autistic Support Teacher, AIU-operated Special Education School

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the planning and provision of instruction and services to students K-12, enrolled in the AIU-operated Special Education Schools. The instructor collaborates closely with other professional school-based personnel in designing lessons and activities that address both specific learners’ IEP goals and exposes students to the PA Academic Standards. The instructor supervises and directs non-professional staff in support of students’ instructional and behavioral learning targets as well as general classroom management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops lesson plans and units that address the PA Academic Standards to ensure students with disabilities access the general education curriculum.

• Instructs students in whole groups, small groups and individual sessions using appropriate adaptations and modifications to address students’ IEP goals and learning objectives.

• Monitors student progress, using a variety of assessment techniques (e.g., diagnostic, formative, benchmark, summative tools) to monitor student achievement and inform instructional planning.

• Implements classroom level and individual behavior management programs, using evidence-based practices, to reduce non-academic barriers to student achievement.

• Maintains records (e.g., attendance, behavior, progress monitoring and academic performance) using formal and informal information systems, in order to collect accurate student information.

• Communicates with parents/guardians and district personnel through a variety of formal and informal means (e.g., report cards, conferences, newsletters, progress reports, home school logs) to facilitate partnerships focusing on student achievement.

• Develops Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and Reevaluation Reports, based on student performance data, which comply with federal and state regulations and local guidelines, and participates in IEP team meetings.

• Manages and works collaboratively with classroom personnel (e.g., paraprofessionals, Personal Care Assistants), using clear and direct communication techniques, supporting students’ academic, social, emotional and behavioral goals.

Collaborates with related service providers and other staff, using a consultative model, ensuring that relevant information affecting students’ special education programs are shared and acted upon.

• Promotes students’ products through physical and/or digital representation (e.g., bulletin boards, displays, student projects), showcasing learners’ production and enhancing the school’s climate.

Complete other dutie s (e.g., bus duty, lunch duty) as assigned by building administrators or special education supervisors.

Qualifications:

• PA certification in Special Education PK-12 required.

• Ability to utilize email, Microsoft Office programs, and student information systems (i.e. IEP Writer, Skyward) to manage communication, information and records.

Ability to follow all AIU policies and guidelines, as well as building - level procedures, maintaining a professional demeanor consistent with the Pennsylvania Professional Code of Conduct.

Additional Requirements:

• Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR Clearances required prior to an offer (must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
  
  

• School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.
  
  

Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting for extended period of time

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 pounds

• Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies.

• Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner

• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking customers.

• Hearing clearly

• Adequate vision to perform duties.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.

Reports To: Principal/Assistant Principal

Department: Special Education and Pupil Services

Position Schedule: 190 days

Salary: AIUEA Salary Scale

Benefits: AIUEA Benefit Guide

To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume, clearances, PDE Teaching Certificate (if applicable) and transcripts at the AIU Career Site.

Please send any questions to: [email protected]

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.