Elementary Special Educator – Autism Program SY26/27

Special Educator - Elementary Autism Program

Burlington School District SY26/27

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.”

The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:

• Value different cultures;
• Engage with the community;
• Communicate effectively;
• Think creatively;
• Skillfully solve problems; and
• Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential.

The Burlington School District is seeking a passionate and dedicated Elementary Special Educator to join our Autism Program for the 2026–2027 school year. This position offers the opportunity to work within a highly collaborative, student-centered environment focused on inclusive practices, individualized instruction, and whole-child development.

The successful candidate will be committed to supporting students with diverse learning, social-emotional, and developmental needs, and eager to be part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary team dedicated to student success.

Position Overview

Special Educators in the Autism Program play a critical role in supporting students’ academic achievement, communication skills, social development, and daily living skills. This position includes providing individualized and small-group instruction aligned with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), collaborating with colleagues and families, and fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement individualized instruction based on IEP goals
• Provide direct instruction in academic, social-emotional, communication, and daily living skills
• Work with students with multiple diagnoses, including autism and intellectual disabilities, as well as students with significant physical and medical needs
• Support students who utilize Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems
• Assist students with physical needs, including transferring in and out of adaptive equipment as needed
• Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team including general educators, specialists, and service providers
• Supervise and support paraeducators and behavior interventionists
• Utilize a variety of assessment tools and curriculum frameworks (e.g., VB-MAPP, ABLLS, AFLS, Essentials for Living) to develop individualized programming
• Create and maintain accurate student data systems, records, and progress reports
• Provide case management for a caseload of students, including developing IEPs, behavior plans, and ongoing family communication
• Implement positive behavioral supports and teach socially appropriate behaviors aligned with student IEPs
• Participate in and facilitate IEP meetings and team collaboration
• Maintain regular attendance and perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education
• Vermont Educator License (or eligibility) with Special Education endorsement (Code 82 required; Code 81 preferred or eligible)
• Experience working with elementary-aged students
• Experience supporting students with behavioral, social-emotional, and communication needs
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction, formative assessment, and inclusive practices
• Willingness to obtain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with students with autism and multiple disabilities
• Familiarity with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems
• Experience supervising paraeducators
• Experience with assessment tools such as VB-MAPP, ABLLS, AFLS, or Essentials for Living
• Experience leading IEP meetings and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams
• Strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices
• Experience working with English Language Learners

What We’re Looking For

• A collaborative educator who thrives in a team-based environment
• A strong communicator who builds positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• An educator committed to inclusive, student-centered practices
• Flexibility, creativity, and responsiveness to diverse student needs
• A commitment to fostering a positive, respectful, and supportive learning environment

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS/TERMS:

• SALARY: As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Burlington Education Association. This is a salaried position paid Bi-Weekly with a lump sum payment for the summer period.
• SCHOOL YEAR: 10 months, 187 workdays (based on start date), 7.75 per day/38.75 per week
• BENEFITS: Benefits eligible on start date. 30 days to enroll in coverage from start day. BSD Benefits!
• PAID TIME: Sick Time / Personal Time As per the Master Agreement.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Salary : $58,471 - $113,151