Job Title:  Autistic Support Teacher

 

The Autistic Support Teacher is responsible for providing specialized instruction and support to students primarily in the areas of communication, sensory, social skills or behaviors consistent with those of autism spectrum disorders. They create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to meet the unique needs of each student, focusing on their academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development. The Autistic Support Teacher collaborates with parents, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure a comprehensive and inclusive learning environment. Knowledge of behavior modification techniques is preferred.

 

What you will be doing

 

• Assessing the skill level of students and aligns classroom goals and activities to established state and local standards;
• Providing instruction in respective subject area(s);
• Providing students with instruction emphasizing real life applications and simulations;
• Teaching inquiry techniques that encourage experimentation and alternative approaches to problem solving;
• Providing technical expertise in the use of tools, materials, processes and applications of technology, including pertinent software applications;
• Providing students with learning experiences requiring them to demonstrate comprehension of concepts and the ability to use technological resources in developing solutions to problems;
• Providing instruction that encourages students to use learned skills as tools for inquiry-based learning;
• Creating a classroom environment in which students have access to subject-related materials that address their needs and interests;
• Collaborating with staff members within and across disciplines to integrate subject-specific skills across the curriculum;
• Keeping abreast of the latest developments and improvements in education as it affects the instructional program;
• Attending faculty meetings to discuss school problems and teaching methods;
• Maintaining classroom discipline;
• Maintaining attendance, grade(s), and other required records.

 

What you bring to the table

• Bachelors' degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate in Special Education K-8 or K-12, and endorsements in respective subject area or a confirmed pathway to certification, including ABA Certification
• Previous experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or in special education settings
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Patience, empathy and a strong desire to help students with disabilities succeed
• Flexibility to work with students of different ages, abilities and needs

Employee Benefits & Perks:

1. Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
2. Medical, dental and vision benefits, which include mental health visits at the primary copay rate and a healthy pregnancy maternity program
3. Up to 8 free counseling/therapy sessions annually through Employee Assistance Programs 
4. Flexible Savings Accounts for Health, Dependent Day Care & Commuter Reimbursements
5. Retirement Plan Contribution
6. Paid time off for sick days, personal days and holidays
7. We believe in the importance of ongoing professional development and provide opportunities for our employees to attend workshops, conferences, and training sessions. 
8. Want to have some fun, too? Yes, please! Enjoy team building, appreciation days, supportive and collaborative environments and much more! 
9. Employee Referral Bonuses. As a Pan American Academy Employee, we'll ask that you always keep your eye out for great talent to join our family.  Consider yourself an extension of the recruitment team, scouting for the best people to support our students and school! 

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Salary is commensurate with experience in education and educational attainment.
• Full-time employment, 10-months, exempt
• This position is for in-person work at our location
• 179 instructional days, 194 work days (new staff members work additional days for induction/orientation)
• In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable
• To be eligible to work for Pan American Academy Charter School, you must complete and submit background clearances and paperwork prior to your start date. We are able to accept clearances if they are less than one year old from the date a new employee presents them to Human Resources.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Please note: Both prior experience and educational degree must go through a verification process in order for final salary to be confirmed.

 

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

 

Nondiscrimination: Pan American Academy Charter School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at information@panamcs.org or call at 215-425-1212.