Autism Support Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Assist the Special Educator in providing an exemplary special education program to assigned students and foster a school-wide environment that supports learning and development.

Work collaboratively with the Special Educator, Related Services Providers, and classroom team to maintain a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment. Assist in implementing educational programs that support students in meeting IEP goals, developing independence, self-regulation, engagement, social relationships, and emotional well-being.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs), lesson plans, and related service plans under direction of the Special Educator and Related Services Providers.
• Follow IEP recommendations, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), sensory integration plans, and communication plans consistently.
• Collect accurate data on IEP goals and input notes promptly.
• Create student and classroom materials as needed.
• Support students in community-based education while maintaining safety standards.
• Transport students to community locations following all traffic laws.
• Prepare the classroom for the next day and ensure materials are ready before student arrival.

Student Support

Team Collaboration

Compliance

Qualifications

Education

Required : High School Diploma

Preferred : Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, or related field

Experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Requirements

The role involves significant physical activity, including sitting, standing, walking, and assisting students.

Regular Activities

Frequent Activities

Occasional Activities

Safety

Staff must maintain Safety-Care certification (by QBS) to handle behavioral crises safely and professionally. Physical restraint is used only as a last resort and under approved procedures.

Company Description

The Creekside School is a non-profit 501(c)3 private and nonpublic special education school focused on children with autism and related special needs. We are committed to discovering untapped potential often overlooked due to communicative and / or sensory motor-based issues. Our individualized educational and therapeutic programs foster greater student independence and healthy development. Through active collaboration between professionals and families, we develop programs tailored to each student's unique set of interests, strengths, and needs.

Company Description

The Creekside School is a non-profit 501(c)3 private and nonpublic special education school focused on children with autism and related special needs. We are committed to discovering untapped potential often overlooked due to communicative and / or sensory motor-based issues. Our individualized educational and therapeutic programs foster greater student independence and healthy development. Through active collaboration between professionals and families, we develop programs tailored to each student's unique set of interests, strengths, and needs.