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An Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Teacher is an educator who specializes in working with students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. These teachers create and implement individualized educational programs tailored to each student's unique needs, strengths, and challenges. They use specialized teaching methods, behavioral interventions, and communication strategies to help students develop academic, social, and life skills. ASD teachers often collaborate with other professionals, families, and support staff to provide a supportive learning environment and ensure student progress.

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To thrive as an Autism Spectrum Disorder Teacher, you need specialized knowledge in special education, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) strategies, and typically hold a special education teaching certification. Familiarity with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), assistive technology, and data tracking systems is essential. Patience, creativity, and strong communication skills help build trust and adapt lessons to diverse student needs. These abilities are crucial for effectively supporting students with ASD and fostering their academic and social development.

What are some common challenges autism spectrum disorder teachers face in the classroom, and how are they typically addressed?

Autism Spectrum Disorder Teachers often encounter challenges related to varying communication styles, sensory sensitivities, and behavioral differences among their students. To address these, teachers use individualized education plans (IEPs), visual supports, and structured routines to create a supportive environment. Collaborating closely with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and parents is also essential to ensure each student’s unique needs are met. Flexibility, patience, and ongoing professional development help teachers adapt their strategies and remain effective in this rewarding role.

What is the difference between Autism Spectrum Disorder Teacher vs Special Education Teacher?

AspectAutism Spectrum Disorder TeacherSpecial Education Teacher
CredentialsState certification, often with autism or behavioral specializationState certification, often with special education endorsement
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in classrooms with students on the autism spectrumIn various settings, including general and special education classrooms
Employer & IndustrySchools, autism centers, therapy programsPublic/private schools, educational agencies

Autism Spectrum Disorder Teachers focus specifically on students with autism, requiring specialized training. Special Education Teachers work with a broader range of disabilities, including autism, and may serve diverse student needs. Both roles require certification and are vital in supporting students' educational development.

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Elementary Autism Spectrum Disorder Teacher (Various Locations)

Kentwood, MI • On-site

Kentwood Public School District
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$42K - $58K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Conduct assessments, testing, and diagnostic examinations of students to identify learning issues and recommend corrective procedures.

  • Assist in developing and implementing students' IEPs and behavior management plans, ensuring alignment with instructional practices.

  • Plan and direct the daily work of support staff, ensuring instructional practices and behavioral interventions align with student IEPs and classroom expectations.

Job description

Position Type:
Special Education/Special Education - Categorical
Date Posted:
4/7/2026
Location:
Various Buildings
Closing Date:
04/21/2026
ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE UPLOADED AND SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM ON THE SPECIFIED POSTING DEADLINE.
Position: Elementary Autism Spectrum Disorder Teacher
Effective 2026-2027 School Year
Various ASD Program Locations: Brookwood, Townline, Southwood, Endeavor, and Discovery Elementary Schools
Position Purpose: Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment. This position includes responsibility for the day-to-day coordination and direction of assigned support staff but does not include formal supervisory authority related to evaluation, discipline, or employment decisions.
Essential Functions:
  • Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
  • Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
  • Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
  • Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
  • Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction, by using a variety of styles, and inspire mixed culture and ability classes by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students
  • Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
  • Plans and directs the daily work of assigned support staff, ensuring all instructional practices and behavioral interventions align with student IEPs, data collection requirements, and classroom expectations.
  • Models effective instructional and behavioral strategies while providing real-time guidance and feedback to staff regarding student supervision and the implementation of educational programs.
  • Manages staff performance and utilization by addressing minor procedural concerns directly and collaborating with building administrators on significant issues in accordance with district procedures.
  • Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
  • Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
  • Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
  • Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
  • Utilizes appropriate Crisis Prevention Techniques (CPI) to manage verbally & physically aggressive situations.
  • Regular, reliable and punctual attendance

Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment: Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements: Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
  • Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
  • Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
  • Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
  • Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding special education and students.
  • Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
  • Ability to organize and coordinate work.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
  • Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
  • Ability to work in an economically, culturally and racially diverse environment.
  • Ability to apply CPI strategies to accelerating verbal and physical aggression.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:
  • Ada Requirements: The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described 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.
  • Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear (in a quiet or noisy environment), taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust/focus.
  • Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to moderate.
  • Mental Functions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile and negotiate.

Qualifications:
  • Valid Michigan Teaching Certification.
  • Special Education endorsement in ASD preferred.
  • Must meet State of Michigan Professional Development requirements.
  • Knowledge of research based interventions for reading an math.
  • Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support.
  • Knowledge of behavior support strategies.
  • Previous experience teaching these programs.
  • An understanding of a "learning styles" approach to instruction and a respect for students' multiple intelligences.
  • Knowledge of evidenced based practices in Autism.

FLSA Status: Exempt
APPLICATIONS: SUBMIT AN APPLICATION, INDIVIDUAL COVER LETTER AND RESUME THROUGH THE ONLINE APPLITRACK APPLICANT CENTER, NO HARD COPY APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED VIA MAIL OR HAND DELIVERY.
ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE UPLOADED AND SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM ON THE SPECIFIED POSTING DEADLINE.
Visit the district website: Click kentwoodps/employment.org
Kentwood Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in its employment decisions or the provision of services.

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