Greater Albany Public SD 8J is Hiring a TEMPORARY - School Support Specialist - Autism Consultant Near Albany, OR
JobID: 2235
Position Type: Student Support Services-Licensed/School Support Specialist
Date Posted: 10/4/2023
Location: Fairmount
Greater Albany Public School District TEMPORARY - Autism Consultant
Salary Level: Per negotiated agreement Classification: Licensed Reports to: Special Programs’ Coordinator Location: Multiple Sites Work Calendar: 191 days - ENDS 6/14/2024
Position Description: The Autism Consultant provides educational team members with relevant information, resources, materials and guidance in regard to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) reflecting their learning styles and appropriate strategies to increase independence and inclusion. The consultant also provides training and other forms of technical assistance in instructional strategies, educational planning, and behavior management to district staff. The consultant gives thorough explanations and modeling, as necessary, to assist staff in implementing research-based interventions with fidelity.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s Degree or equivalent preferred.
Current Oregon Licensure through Teachers Standards and Practices Commission in special education, or ability to obtain a license.
Criminal history verification/clearance
Desired Qualifications:
Minimum of three years working with students with autism.
Experience with administering special education assessments.
Experience with writing and implementing IEPs.
Successful experience developing systems and schedules to ensure high quality support to all students on consultant’s caseload.