Special Education Secondary Teacher for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Teacher - Secondary Autism Spectrum DisorderSeiter Education Center, GreenvilleEffective Date: July 1, 2026Circumstances: Staff ResignationQualifications1. Bachelor's degree with endorsement in Autism Spectrum Disorder or other area of special education and willingness to enroll in classes to obtain endorsement.2. Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate.3. Demonstrated ability to handle aggressive behavior, both physically and emotionally.4. Demonstrated ability to handle conflict productively.5. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.Performance ResponsibilitiesThe duties include, but are not limited to the following:Serve as the primary planner and lead teacher for students and ensure that each student's Individual Educational Plan (IEP) is being implemented as indicated on the Individualized Educational Planning Team (IEPT) meeting report.Plan an individual education program (IEP) based on student's abilities which will best meet identified needs.Create a safe classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level and interest of the students.Prepare for daily lessons and show evidence of preparation through development of IEPC's performance objectives and lesson plans.Maintain student discipline and standards of appropriate classroom behavior in a fair and just manner with utilization of the non-Violent Physical Crisis Intervention methods.Implement Evidence Based teaching strategies with interventions in social, communication, behavioral, academic, and functional skills.Through the process of a trans-disciplinary approach and progress monitoring, assess the growth of students and provide progress reports as required.Communicate student's progress and transfer records, when necessary, to student's district of residence.Diagnose the learning needs, strengths, and modalities of students, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative request.Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for para educator and/or volunteers and offer input to principal/supervisor regarding evaluation of their job performance.Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.Maintain inventory and order supplies and equipment.Make provisions to be available to students and parents for educational related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to, under reasonable terms.Visit student homes when necessary.Maintain a positive working relationship with parents, administrators, peers, and the community.Keep the Program Supervisor, the Building Principal, and MAISD Associate Superintendent of Special Education informed of any issues that may significantly impact the delivery of special education programs and services.Create and implement Functional Behavior Assessment and Positive Behavioral Intervention Support Plans.Work in a team-oriented approach to provide support to students.Implement sensory strategies.Implement the use of assistive technology to increase daily living skills and achievement in the general education curriculum.Assist general and special education teachers with strategies that will make students with autism successful in the least restrictive environment.Other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Associate Superintendent of Special Education.Terms of Employment: Wage and benefits per certified staff contract.Additional Information: Kim Iverson, Associate Superintendent of Special Education Montcalm Area Intermediate School District View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io: If you are qualified and interested in this position, please complete an online application through Applitrack located from the Employment Section on our website Submit the application, detailed resume, work experience, references, and pertinent credentials through the online process.Deadline for Applications: Until Filled