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Special Education Service Agency

Autism Education Specialist

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A Curriculum Specialist works in a public school district to coordinate curriculum. Works with teachers to develop curriculum that helps students learn effectively and meets state educational standards. Analyzes student assessment data, and chooses textbooks, educational materials, and new technologies to support teaching. May specialize in particular grade levels or subject areas, or education for specific groups of students such as English Language Learners.

$70,800 / year median in Alaska

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Job Description

Responsibilities:
Provide consultative services to Alaska school district staff, students, and parents. Observe students in educational settings to provide/model evidence-based interventions and strategies for the development of functional and educational outcomes. Individualized educational recommendations through onsite and distance delivery for students aged three to 21. Assisting with the development and implementation of student IEP/instructional programs. Provides, in multiple formats (written report, oral reports, audio and video clips, etc.), individualized educational recommendations for students with disabilities/autism. Evaluate student progress on an ongoing basis and recommend intervention strategies. Demonstrate/teach specialized strategies and/or provide topical in-services and workshops to local school personnel, parents, students, peers, and the community. Assist districts in procuring/adapting specialized instructional materials. Facilitate interagency collaboration.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in special education with suitable experience and training in multiple disabilities, an emphasis in autism/emotional/behavioral disorders OR Bachelor's degree in special education with an emphasis on multiple disabilities and suitable experience in autism. Recent experience working with learners with multiple disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. Experience with distance education technologies, digital learning, and e-module creation. Implementation of knowledge and best practices in the education of students with multiple disabilities/autism. Current knowledge of relevant assistive technology and educational practices in the field of autism. Ability to travel independently in rural/remote Alaska throughout the school year. The requirements for an Alaska State Department of Education Special Education Type A Certificate or a Special Services Type C Certificate have been met. (Visit https://education.alaska.gov/TeacherCertification for more information)
Additional Preferred Experience:
Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills. Ability to compile data from a variety of sources (e.g., IEP meetings, student observations, special education teachers, school psychologists, etc.) for the purpose of customizing training and support.
Job Types:
Full-time, Contract Pay:
$55,547.00 - $81,686.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person