Teacher - ESE Autism

Job Summary

Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. Strives to implement, by instruction and action, the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.

Exceptional Student Education (ESE)

• Autism, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, EBD, Gifted, PLA, SLA, Physically Impaired, VE and PreK-Handicapped positions require a Bachelor's degree and eligibility for Florida Department of Education Certification in appropriate subject area.
• The minimum salary is $48,700 with additional funding available for the next two years starting at $7,730 for the 26-27 school year. Teachers hired during the school year will receive a prorated supplement based on the date of hire.
• For ESE positions, the minimum qualifications vary:
  • ESE Certified Behavior Analyst: Three (3) years successful teaching or work experience with students on the autism spectrum and/or students with behaviorally complex needs. Board certification as a Behavior Analyst AND Florida Department of Education teaching certification in at least one (1) area of Exceptional Student Education, Guidance and Counseling or School Psychology.
  • ESE Intervention Representative: Five (5) years successful classroom teaching experience in exceptional student education or a combination of exceptional/regular education teaching experience. Florida Department of Education certification in at least one (1) area of Exceptional Student Education, Administration/Supervision or Educational Leadership.
  • ESE Lead: Three (3) years experience working with students with disabilities. Certification in at least one area of exceptional student education (for Autism positions, Autism certification or endorsement required) and one area of a core content area or K-6 Certification.
  • ESE Site Coach: Three (3) years experience working with students with Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities/Autism. Certification in at least one area of exceptional student education (for Autism positions, Autism certification or endorsement required) and one area of a core content area or K-6 Certification.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• No experience required for minimum qualifications.
• Salary is based on verified years of teaching experience.
• Certifications & Licenses: Must be eligible for Florida Department of Education Certification in appropriate subject area.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of subject content.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software skills.
• Ability to plan and implement a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Ability to devote additional hours beyond the workday for grading papers, preparation of lesson plans, etc.
• Ability to manage students.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.