Autism Inclusion Support Teacher

Autism Inclusion Support Teacher Dickinson Independent School District

MCADAMS JUNIOR HIGH

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Dickinson Independent School District Job Details Job ID:

5633126

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday Starting Date:

Aug 5, 2026

Job Description Position:

Autism Inclusion Support Teacher Campus:

McAdams Junior High School Wage/Hour Status:

Exempt Immediate Supervisor(s):

Campus Principal Pay Grade:

Per Compensation Manual Days Employed:

Per Compensation Manual

POSITION SUMMARY

: Act as the case manager for students with Autism who are mainstreamed in the general education classroom Demonstrate ethical behavior and confidentiality of information regarding students in the school environment and community Manage student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment while utilizing effective and evidence-based approaches to meet the unique needs of students with Autism

QUALIFICATIONS

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Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate, with required general education and special education endorsements for assignments Demonstrated instructional competency in the core academic subject area assigned Special Knowledge/Skills Must be able to work in a flexible and cooperative manner with co-workers, supervisors, and students Walk a minimum of 3 miles a day Grade level understanding of math, writing and reading Basic computer skills Certified in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

: Education Support for

Students:

Monitor student performance and progress On task behavior Data collection in accordance with their IEP or BIP goals Small group or individual testing STAAR testing Support the student inside and outside the classroom Assist in the classroom Assist in unstructured environments, i.e. assemblies, athletics Assist during transitions around the building Monitor the grade book for missing assignments or test failures Pull students to complete assignments Provide after school tutoring to bridge undeveloped academic concerns Develop and help to implement organizational skills that will work for each individual student Work with general education teachers to develop intervention strategies that support students in the classroom Alternative methods of instruction All other duties as assigned

Student Advocate:

Consistently communication with parents, teachers, and administrators Make decisions based upon the best interest of each student Serve as a positive role model for students and practice the behaviors that are expected of the students Mentor and Support Students with Emotional and/or

Behavioral Concerns:

Anger issues Classroom disruption

Refusal Disorganization Impulsivity Teach Social Skills:

In their natural environment In a pull-out social skills lesson

ARD Committee Meetings:

Develop and write adaptive behavior/social skills IEP goals for Annual ARD Develop and write a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Update IEP goals every nine weeks and before Annual ARD Complete the Autism Supplement in ESPED Write a Transition Plan for students becoming 14 years of age and older Collect PLAAFP's from student's teachers Perform classroom observations for REEDs, when necessary

Parent Contact:

Develop trusting relationships with parents/guardians Communicate events happening at school Initiate parent-teacher conferences for positive and corrective purposes Encourage/Solicit student and parent participation Collaborate with parents/guardians to bridge between home and school the approaches that are used with the students

Managing Paraprofessionals:

Provide a schedule for paraprofessionals who will work with our students with Autism to follow Provide guidance and direction for paraprofessionals when dealing with students Provide feedback to paraprofessionals, minimum once weekly, regarding their ability to interact with and support students

Professional Development and Interactions:

Be trained in evidence-based approaches for teaching students with Autism Participate in multiple staff development trainings that focus on working with students who have Autism Provide assistance for the training of other personnel Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents, and others with dignity and respect at all times Actively participate in faculty and grade-level/department meetings

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

: Supervise assigned teacher aide

WORKING CONDITIONS

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Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint, and assist non-ambulatory students Exposure to biological hazards

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Categories:

Special Education > Autism Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Matt Cooper , Principal

MCADAMS JUNIOR HIGH

Email:

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