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JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Educational Specialist, Autism
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Designated Administrator
JOB SUMMARY:
Provide leadership and organization to ensure the effective regional
implementation of appropriate instructional strategies and arrangements to foster the educational success
of students with autism in the least restrictive environment. Create and implement a comprehensive
regional program plan to address and support the needs of educators, parents, and students.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Bachelor’s required (Master’s preferred) or a proven record of success.
Three years of relevant experience.
Current Texas certification with special education endorsements required (includes Licensed Specialist in
School Psychology, LSSP).
Experience working with students with autism spectrum disorders in inclusive settings.
Demonstrated knowledge of strategies to support the communication, socialization and organizational
needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
Experience in systematic program development.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and expertise in facilitating groups.
Knowledge of and experience in adult learning and planning appropriate staff development for adults.
Proficiency with standard functions within electronic application such as MS Office (e.g., word processing,
electronic spreadsheets) and e-mail.
Proficiency with computers (PCs and/or MACs) to include desktop management, file management and
operations, and working in a network environment.
Demonstrate effective job-related skills that model effective integration of technology.
Demonstrate competence with assisting others to appropriately integrate technology into the curriculum.
Exceptions to these requirements will be considered based on exemplary skills, training, and record of
success.
PRODUCTS/OUTCOMES:
Provide leadership through the implementation of a systematic program plan to address the needs of
educators working with individuals [ages 3-21] with autism spectrum disorders.
Design and deliver training to address the comprehensive needs of individuals with autism spectrum
disorder in the least restrictive environment.
Provide technical assistance that is congruent with current best practices.
Assist campuses/districts by serving as a catalyst for appropriate and productive change that increases
student achievement.
Serve as a liaison between clients, community resources, and state and federal agencies.
Deliver products/services in a timely manner.
Identify and integrate technology that supports instructional programs.
Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness.
INITIATIVE
Demonstrate ingenuity and creativity in problem solving and program development.
Research and appropriately apply current theories and methodologies.
Plan collaboratively with Center staff to further advance the Center Mission and Goals.
COMMUNICATION/HUMAN RELATIONS
Demonstrate self-confidence and poise in representing the Center.
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
Promote and support organizational change.
Build professional relationships with colleagues and clients in meeting shared outcomes.
Promote the professional through public relations, professional development and recruitment.
SUPERVISION AND ORGANIZATION OF STAFF
None
BUDGET MANAGEMENT
None
FUNDING
The ESC-20 Special Education Program is federally funded out of IDEA-B and is implemented in
compliance with all applicable statutory and regulatory provisions.
This position is federally funded out of IDEA-B and all duties associated with this position are allowable and
allocable to the grant. Time and effort records for this position are in accordance with the requirements in
the applicable Office of Management and Budget (OMB) cost principles.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Travel independently as required to fulfill responsibilities of the job.
Function within the policies and procedures of ESC-20.
Accept other responsibilities as assigned.
Comply with the requirements of the ESC-20 Quality Management Systems (QMS) as detailed in the ESC20 Quality Manual, Quality Procedures, and Work Instructions.
Serve at the will of the Executive Director.
APPROVED: TWS (Revised 09/15)
ACCEPTED: _______________________________
DATE: ______________________________
PRINTED OR TYPED NAME: ____________________________________________________