SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – AUTISM SPECIALIST – HIGH SCHOOL

Job Description:

• Complete evaluations, write IEPs, progress reports
• Provide specialized instruction, modification of curriculum, and accommodations to students with autism
• Implement behavior support plans and collect data to inform progress and interventions
• Knowledge of Social Thinking Curriculums, Zones of Regulation required
• Understanding of the Principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis
• Facilitate social skills groups and incidental teaching techniques for social skills
• Provide instruction in functional academics and vocational learning
• Communication with parents and guardians
• BCBAs with moderate disabilities certification are encouraged to apply

Qualifications:

• Master’s level required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience
• Moderate Disabilities DESE certification in required grade level
• BCBA license – preferred

The Swampscott Public Schools does not discriminate or tolerate harassment against
students, parents/guardians, employees, or the general public. No person shall be excluded
from or discriminated against in admission to the Swampscott Public Schools, or in obtaining
the advantages, privileges, and courses of study of the Swampscott Public Schools on
grounds of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual
orientation, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, genetic information, ancestry,
children, marital or civil union status, veteran status or membership in the armed services,
receiving public assistance, homelessness, or disability.