Special Education Teacher - Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Special Education Teacher – Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Stanton, MI

Position: Full-Time
School Year: 2026–2027
Grade Level: Elementary
Specialty Area: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to support elementary students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for the 2026–2027 school year. The ideal candidate will provide individualized instruction, implement behavior supports, and create a structured learning environment that promotes academic, social, and emotional growth.

Essential Responsibilities
Provide specialized instruction for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Collaborate with classroom teachers, service providers, and families
Utilize evidence-based instructional and behavioral strategies
Maintain accurate student records and progress monitoring documentation
Support students’ social, emotional, behavioral, and academic development
Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment
Respond appropriately and professionally to challenging behaviors and conflict situations
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree with endorsement in Autism Spectrum Disorder or another area of special education, with willingness to enroll in coursework to obtain ASD endorsement
Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
Demonstrated ability to handle aggressive behavior, both physically and emotionally
Demonstrated ability to manage and resolve conflict productively
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working with elementary-aged students with ASD
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Experience implementing behavior intervention strategies and supports
Position Details
Full-time position for the 2026–2027 school year
Elementary special education setting
Collaborative and student-centered work environment 

Special Education Teacher – Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Position: Full-Time
School Year: 2026–2027
Grade Level: Elementary
Specialty Area: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, service providers, and families
• Utilize evidence-based instructional and behavioral strategies
• Maintain accurate student records and progress monitoring documentation
• Support students’ social, emotional, behavioral, and academic development
• Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment
• Respond appropriately and professionally to challenging behaviors and conflict situations

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree with endorsement in Autism Spectrum Disorder or another area of special education, with willingness to enroll in coursework to obtain ASD endorsement
2. Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
3. Demonstrated ability to handle aggressive behavior, both physically and emotionally
4. Demonstrated ability to manage and resolve conflict productively

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with elementary-aged students with ASD
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Experience implementing behavior intervention strategies and supports

Position Details

• Full-time position for the 2026–2027 school year
• Elementary special education setting
• Collaborative and student-centered work environment