Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Middle School Autism Teacher

DEPARTMENT: SPED

STATUS: Certified, Exempt – Contract

This position is responsible for a middle school special education autism classroom. The person in this position is expected to plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program for an elementary environment that guides and encourages students to develop and grow. They must demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds. They will participate in professional activities as well as extracurricular and/or academic support activities.

This position is part of the middle school team and reports to the principal.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prepare and deliver lessons to facilitate active learning.

• Instruct, encourage and monitor students' learning--adjusting strategies as needed to optimize learning.

• Maintain accurate, complete records of students' progress--and prepare all required related documentation.

• Participate and contribute as requested in meetings with department, school, district, parents and community.

• Manage student behavior and maintain discipline in accordance with district rules and procedures.

• Train and supervise paraeducators to support the learning of students.

• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Kansas Teaching License: Adaptive Special Education (PreK-12), or Functional Special Education (PreK-12).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability background

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, peers and staff

• Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills

• Highly collaborative team player

• High degree of motivation, responsibility and confidentiality

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment

• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously

• Demonstrated ability in compiling, organizing, and analyzing data

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires the performance of ​Medium​ work. The position involves ​exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The position requires visual acuity to perform work using a computer and other technology to support instruction. The position requires a frequent amount of grasping, talking, hearing, reaching, stooping, standing, walking, and feeling, an occasional amount of balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, pushing and/or pulling, and some climbing. Repetitive motion with a significant amount of fine finger dexterity is required in carrying out the essential duties of this position. The position is performed in a generally hazard free, indoor environment and a clean atmosphere​

IMPORTANT EMPLOYMENT STATEMENTS

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. This document describes the position currently available. The District reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.

The Olathe Public Schools prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity in its programs, activities or employment as required by applicable federal and state laws.

HOURS OF WORK: 187 calendar / 190 first year with district

CLEARANCES REQUIRED: Background Clearance, TB Test