According to LPEA Master Agreement Position Details Special Education - Act 18 Funded 2026-2027 School Year
POSITION
Special Education Teacher - ASD (SV) Middle School (1) And any positions that result from the filling of this posting.
QUALIFICATIONS
Valid Michigan Special Education Teacher Certification Appropriate Special Education Endorsement (SV) Autism Spectrum Disorder Experience with Special Education population preferred Experience working in a center based program preferred Must meet
MCL 380.1531
& Administrative Rules Governing the Certification of MI Teachers START Training preferred Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education and/or Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
DUTIES:
Adapting, accommodating, and modifying the general education curricula, pedagogy, and learning environments for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessing, teaching, and modifying instruction and curricula for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge and skills to implement trauma-informed/resiliency based strategies & interventions Aligning and adapting the student's program with the general education curriculum Developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized behavior management strategies and plans. Must prepare and implement behavior plans based upon functional behavioral assessments. Using a range of curriculum guides to assist with identifying functional goals. Employing current assessment instruments and approaches, intervention methodologies, strategies, and techniques that are appropriate for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder linking assessment outcomes to curriculum planning. Ability to complete records in a timely manner Possess skills to communicate to all members of the school & community Be able to meet the physical and mental demands of the teaching profession and the position Philosophy in accordance with Lincoln Park Public Schools Ability to work collaboratively Ability to follow requirements of special education supervisors Classroom instruction and instructional leader for meeting the needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder Ability to coordinate and oversee Peer to Peer program Ability to work collaboratively with general education teachers to provide LRE for students with Autism Other duties as assigned
RESPONSIBLE TO
Executive Director of Special Education, Special Education Supervisor, and Building Principal(s)