ASD Special Education Elementary Teacher

Hiring 2026-2027 School Year

Summary:  To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential Work is performed under the supervision of the Building Principal and Director of Special Services 

• Provide specialized instruction in a center-based program for students having autism spectrum disorder

• Have the ability to manage a caseload of students including IEP’s and all other relevant paperwork

• Lead meetings and development of IEP’s, Functional Behavior Analysis, and Behavior Intervention Plans

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead meetings and development of IEP’s, Functional Behavior Analysis, and Behavior Intervention Plans
• Plan, prepare, individualize and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing expectations and procedures
• Create and coordinate student schedules with related services and general education, as appropriate
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
• Prepare required documentation on student progress
• Participate in grade level, department, school, district and parent meetings
• Support and prepare schedules for  paraprofessionals working within the ASD program
• Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade  
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Prepare classroom and/or learning environment for all learning opportunities
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
• Observe and evaluate student's performance and development using formative and summative assessments 
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal, Special Education Coordinator or Asst Superintendent of Special Education and Student Services 

Supervisory Responsibilities: Not applicable 

Direct Report: Building Principal 

Qualification Requirements: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• BA or BS Degree
• Michigan Education Certification; SV endorsement

Preferred:

• Additional training and/or education

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret communication including emails, letters, spreadsheet and forms  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from the community, regulatory agencies or staff members

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to calculate basic mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages and decimals; spatial aptitude to inspect length and weight of objects 

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions  

Other Skills and Abilities:

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Position requires sustained periods of sitting and working on computer and office equipment  
• Position requires standing and walking throughout buildings  
• Position involves frequent lifting up to 20 pounds and occasional lifting up to 40 pounds  
• Position involves listening, speaking clearly and visual acuity  
• Position involves frequent repetitive action on a keyboard 

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions  

• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to loud depending upon the activity in a particular part of the day  

Hudsonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned