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2025-2026 Autism Specialist Special Education Department
2025-2026 Autism Specialist Special Education DepartmentAlief Independent School District • Houston, Mississippi, USA
2025-2026 Autism Specialist Special Education Department

2025-2026 Autism Specialist Special Education Department

Alief Independent School District • Houston, Mississippi, USA
14 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

2025-2026 Autism Specialist @ Special Education Department

( Internal employees : Set to your account to internal before applying at Purpose :

  • To demonstrate and model evidence-based strategies and best practices that support emotional / social sensory and behavior needs of students with autism in a variety of settings. Assist campus staff with assessing and shaping challenging behaviors of students with autism.

Qualifications :

Education / Certification :

  • Bachelors degree from a recognized accredited college or university
  • Valid Special Education Educator Certification
  • ESL Certification preferred or ESL Certification required within two (2) years of employment beginning with teachers hired in 2010-11 school year
  • Special Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

  • Excellent verbal written and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate and share information with small and large groups of staff
  • Possess prior knowledge and training in teaching students with Autism and the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention training certification required within one month
  • Knowledge of specially designed instruction
  • Knowledge of federal and state special education rules and regulations
  • Experience :

  • Minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience
  • Major Responsibilities and Duties :

    Program Management

  • Model and provide feedback on the implementation of evidence-based practices for students with autism and other disabilities.
  • Coach campus staff to use the Full Individual Evaluation and current data to write effective IEPs for students with autism and other disabilities.
  • Coach campus staff to write monitor and implement behavior intervention plans for students with autism and other disabilities.
  • Visit campuses regularly to ensure the implementation of evidence-based strategies for students with autism and other disabilities.
  • Collaborate with Special Education Coordinators regarding classroom observations student data and progress.
  • Provide written feedback / action plans to campuses regarding recommendation of strategies necessary to support students with autism and other disabilities.
  • Assist campuses with data collection and monitor data systems.
  • Facilitate / conduct regular district-level trainings meetings and / or staffings with campuses regarding the needs of students with autism and other disabilities.
  • Assist campuses as needed with intensive behavioral support needs of individual students which may require the use of physical restraint as indicated through Crisis Prevention Intervention training.
  • When relevant facilitate the process of In Home / Parent Training services with campuses and trainers in the district when relevant.
  • When relevant assist with the development and facilitation of Parent Training meetings to support parents of students with autism.
  • Other

  • Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
  • Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Supervisory Responsibilities

    None

    Evaluation

    Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Boards policy for Professional Non-Supervisor Personnel.

    Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

    Tools / Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

    Posture : Standing potential sitting in a chair or on floor occasional kneeling / squatting bending / stooping pushing / pulling and twisting.

    Motion : Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head. May be required to use restraint techniques only as a last resort (only after appropriate training.). Must be able to run or walk quickly in order to prevent elopement of a student. Must be able to employ basic blocking and deflection strategies with students exhibiting aggression (after appropriate training).

    Lifting : Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds); occasional heavy lifting and carrying (25-60 pounds); assisting with toileting students

    Environment : May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district wide travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

    Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; maintain emotional control while routinely working with students with unpredictable and aggressive behaviors; maintain emotional control while working with multiple adults in various roles (paraprofessionals administrators teachers parents district level staff etc.)

    This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

    The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

    Hiring administrators review applications interview and recommend for hire.

    Calendar Days : 210

    Pay Grade : P1-O

    2025-2026 Salary Range Min. $71983 (Based on previous experience)

    Salaries are determined by the number of completed and eligible years of service at an accredited school.

    Salary is based on 210 days. If working less than 210 days the salary will be less.

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