SY 26-27 - Autism Support Teacher - Classroom based Middle School

School Year 2026-2027

Job Title:  Autism Support Teacher - Middle School

SUMMARY:
Full time Teacher positions for students who meet Eligibility as a student with Autism. Seeking candidates for Middle School assignments. The Autism Support teacher is responsible for designing, implementing and monitoring the instructional programs for assigned students within a school building.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide case management responsibilities for assigned students.
• Design and provide differentiated instruction based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and other Evidence-based practices.
• Provide and facilitate access to the school environment.
• Collaborate with IEP team members and other members of the school community.
• Monitor and support Para-educators working with assigned students
• Meet and collaborate with student families.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
• Keep accurate records as required by District guidelines and State law.
• Collect and interpret data on student learning and progress.
• Administer appropriate assessment measures based on student needs and applicable state law.
• Demonstrate and implement Positive Behavior Support practices.
• Attend professional development trainings.
• Develop, collaborate and implement Standards Based IEPs
• Implement Behavior Support Plans aligned with student needs and respond to student crisis as needed.
• Participate in IEP Meetings
• Meet and collaborate with student families

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Delaware Certification as Teacher of students with Autism and Severe Disabilities or certification eligible.
• Classroom experience teaching students with Autism and Severe Disabilities preferred
• Excellent collaboration skills.
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and other Evidence-based practices.

Required Certificate(s):

• Initial, Continuing, or Advanced Delaware Licensure
• Certified in Core Content
• Special Education Certification
• Autism and Severe Disabilities Certification (K-5)
• Dual Certified in Autism

Reports to:
Building Principal and/or Supervisor of District Autism Services.

To Apply:
 District Applicants:
Completed Online Application via Join Delaware Schools
https://www.joindelawareschools.org/
Letter of Interest
Resume'

Non-District Applicants:
Completed Online Application via Join Delaware Schools
https://www.joindelawareschools.org/
Letter of Interest
Resume'
Three letters of reference
Out-of-state applicants must provide evidence of certification


Contact Information:
Emily Warren M.Ed, Principal
Red Clay District Autism Services
302-434-6090 ext. 727543
[email protected]

Closing: Until Filled