ASD Early Childhood Coach (TC) (1.0 FTE)

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Regional Early Intervention/Preschool coaches will work collaboratively with district staff to  improve the educational outcomes of young children with autism by supporting the  implementation of best practices and universal supports in home and school environments.  This capacity building proactive approach will provide districts with the support necessary to  positively impact student achievement in all areas. 

Position Location 

Home + School Environments : GPSS, Hamtramck ASD, Early childhood services, Harper Woods 

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree required
• Michigan Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Autism Spectrum Disorder (SV)  or  School Social Worker/ Speech Pathologist/ School Psychologist with extensive  experience working with students on the autism spectrum in an ASD center or separate  facility program and an inclusive environment required.
• Special Education and Early Childhood Endorsement (ZS) or extensive experience  working with early intervention and preschool students required
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience working with ASD programs required  • START and PBIS training preferred

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with district with the goal of improving outcomes for students with autism  by building capacity and implementing evidence-based practices across the Early  Intervention/Preschool LRE continuum
  • 0-3 Early Intervention programs
  • 3-5 General education and special education preschool programs
• Support the transition of early intervention students into part B
• Support evaluation and IEP teams with ASD eligibility, LRE determinations, and other  programming decisions
• Provide support, guidance and professional development to district staff and  administration regarding best practices, universal supports and learning resources  including the appropriate use of visual, communication, academic, behavioral, and  environmental accommodations or modifications
  • Provide guidance to identify critical learning goals to support communication,  social and behavior skills
  • Support designing and maintaining classroom structures that provide engaging  and motivating learning activities to improve academic, communication, social  and behavior management skills
  • Support implementation of the essential components of an instructional program  for students with ASD to include: predictability and structure, functional analysis  of behaviors, development of behavior intervention plans and systematic data  monitoring
• Provide guidance and support to ASD center programs regarding the implementation of  ACT 18 entrance and exit criteria and procedures
• Provide guidance and implementation strategies for utilizing IP support  • Support the development and implementation of Peer-to-Peer programs in all preschool  environments
• Support the implementation of PBIS, including the development and implementation of classroom management plans, FBAs and BIPs
• Guidance and informational resource to parents and/or guardians regarding home  support/structure
• Actively participate as a member of the Wayne County ASD Support Team and Wayne  Regional Autism Collaborative for Excellence (WRACE) team

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. 

• Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, sitting, standing, and climbing stairs.
• Prolonged periods sitting and working on the computer to complete necessary paperwork.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

Compensation: 

Salary is based on the  GPEA CBA, which may or may not recognize previous professional teaching experience. GPEA Members are also eligible for a  comprehensive and competitive benefits package including health/dental/vision/life and long-term disability insurance. Membership in the Michigan Public Schools Employee Retirement System www.michigan.gov/ors. 

Application Procedure:

• Members of Grosse Pointe Education Association/MEA-NEA should email a letter of intent and updated resume to - [email protected]. In the subject line be sure to include the position you are applying for.
• External Applicants: Click on the Apply button to initiate the application process. Please electronically attach or send the following materials:
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Credentials File (or 3 letters recommendation)
  • Copy of teaching certificate
  • Copy of your transcripts

Addressed to:

Lillie Loder, Director of Student Services

Grosse Pointe Public School System

20090 Morningside Drive

Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Selection Procedure:

• Applications will be accepted until vacancy is filled
• The successful candidate must meet State standard for a clear criminal history and provide mandated fingerprint clearance.