Autistic Support Teacher (Self-Contained)

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred Current or pending PA Special Education teacher certification required Experience teaching students with autism spectrum disorder and knowledge of child development, autism spectrum disorder, and special education practices Training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), Structured Teaching, or related methodologies preferred Teaching experience in an urban setting Strong knowledge of instructional strategies for students with autism and the ability to work effectively with students exhibiting a wide range of academic, behavioral, and communication needs Instructional and classroom management skills, with a record of increasing academic and behavioral growth for students with special needs Skill in data collection, progress monitoring, and educational assessment. Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Flexible and able to adjust priorities and strategies in order to meet the changing needs of the team and of students High level of personal organization, planning, and follow-through and comfort with autonomy Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with students, families, supervisors and colleagues Knowledge of Pennsylvania and Common Core Standards Receptiveness to feedback, positive attitude, and a desire to continuously improve Belief in Wissahickon Charter Schools' mission and environmental education model, and the belief that all children can learn and succeed About Wissahickon Charter School Wissahickon Charter School's first campus, Fernhill, opened in 2002 and serves 480 K-8 students from across Philadelphia. Our second K-8 campus, Awbury, opened in the fall of 2014. The mission of Wissahickon Charter School (WCS) is to provide a community of learning that stimulates and builds the child's intellectual, social, and character development. Wissahickon Charter Schools are planned around three essential elements: an environmental focus that allows students to experience the curriculum, recognition of service learning projects as key in students' success, and an emphasis on parents as partners in the learning experiences of their children.

How To Apply

To be considered, visit our website at http://wissahickoncharter.org/join-our-team and click on the Apply Now button. Wissahickon Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment, or in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, or other programs. We are committed to hiring a diverse staff and encourage those from traditionally under-represented backgrounds to apply.