Autism Specialist

Springfield Public Schools, Office of Exceptional Learning – Springfield, Massachusetts. Job Details Job ID: 5842159 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jul 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Position Type: FT – School Year Salary: $56,450.40 to $91,347.60 BU Salary Schedule Job Description Duties Participates as a member of the Evaluation team and assists in the development of Individualized Education Plans and services for students with ASD. Staff training and consultation on meeting the needs of students with ASD in general and special education settings. Attend regional trainings and meetings of the Department of Education pertinent to educating students with autism. Provide parent training and support through consultations and group workshops for students with ASD. Conduct formative and diagnostic assessments necessary for providing specific information on students. Develop data collection tools to facilitate Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans for students. Assist in developing appropriate programs and services for students with ASD in the Springfield Public Schools. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Master’s degree preferred. Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preferred or DESE license in Severe or Moderate Disabilities; other DESE license in related fields may be considered. Experience in a K‑12 educational environment preferred. Demonstrated experience and expertise in best practices in educating children with ASD. If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us! Equal Opportunity Employer The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. Contact Patti Burns, Asst. Chief Office of Exceptional Learning Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Springfield Public Schools MA