Teacher - Elementary - Special Education - Autistic Support

About the role

The Autistic Support Teacher is responsible for providing specialized instruction and support to students primarily in the areas of communication, sensory, social skills or behaviors consistent with those of autism spectrum disorders. They create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to meet the unique needs of each student, focusing on their academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development. The Autistic Support Teacher collaborates with parents, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure a comprehensive and inclusive learning environment. Knowledge of behavior modification techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction and support to special education students in accordance with their individualized education program (IEP).
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials to address students' individual needs.
• Works cooperatively with district staff, including regular education teachers, pupil services staff, and related service staff, and when appropriate, outside agencies to coordinate student's program and provide appropriate level of support.
• Collaborates with the Multidisciplinary team and facilitates IEP meetings.
• Participates actively as part of the Multidisciplinary team and facilitates IEP meetings.
• Provides staff development to professional staff and support staff on particular needs of students on caseload in regards to characteristics of a disability, interventions, strategies, teaching methodologies, and modifications as needed.
• Prepares Functional Behavior Assessments and Positive Behavior Support Plans when necessary.
• Attends scheduled Special Education Department meetings and professional development.

Requirements

Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and hold a proper Pennsylvania certification for the position. Possesses a positive attitude toward the teaching profession, service to the district, and importance and purpose of the education program. Proficiency in use of technology for individual or group demonstration or communication. Must be able to flex and vary hours to accommodate needs of students, parents, and other teachers. Exhibits excellent classroom management skills. Demonstrates effective communication skills to provide accurate information to others and to obtain, give, and follow directions. Demonstrates ability to provide good judgment, planning, and human relations skills, as well as be required to work under periods of stress due to the level of the position responsibility. Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal record check requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university.
• Pennsylvania certification for the position.
• Positive attitude toward the teaching profession, service to the district, and importance and purpose of the education program.
• Proficiency in use of technology for individual or group demonstration or communication.
• Able to flex and vary hours to accommodate needs of students, parents, and other teachers.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Educational background and experience suitable for the position.

Skills

• Knowledge of behavior modification techniques.
• Ability to collaborate with district staff and outside agencies.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good judgment, planning, and human relations skills.

Benefits

• Health benefits a la carte.
• Medical coverage through IBX - Personal Choice C4-F4-02.
• No primary care physician necessary.
• No referrals required.
• IBC has extensive local and national networks.
• Prescription coverage through CVS/Caremark.
• Dental coverage - Delta Dental Active PPO.
• Vision coverage - Vision Benefits of America (VBA).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Telemedicine through SwiftMD.
• Retirement - Member of State Pension System (PSERS).
• Student Loan Forgiveness.

Pay

Salary 2026-2027 School Year Placement upon salary scale is dependent upon education and years of teaching service. Please click on the link to the DAEA Agreement - 2025-2030 and refer to Appendix B for the 2026-2027 Salary Schedule.

Schedule

7.5 hours per day based upon district-approved calendar. Up to 191 days per year, plus up to 3 days of orientation for professional employees during first year of employment.