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Job description
Position Type:
Instructional/Teacher - Special Education
Date Posted:
8/26/2026
Location:
District Wide
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Eastern Region coaches will work collaboratively with multiple districts to improve the educational outcomes of children with autism by supporting the implementation of best practices in the school environment. This proactive approach will help build capacity within local districts to positively impact student achievement. The coach works closely with
-GP Schools (3 days)
-Harper Woods ASD (1 day)
-PSA's Eastern Region (as approved via RESA)
PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree required
Michigan Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Autism Spectrum Disorder (SV) or School Social Worker/ Speech Pathologist/ School Psychologist with extensive experience working with students on the autism spectrum in an ASD center or separate facility program and an inclusive environment required.
Special Education or extensive experience working with students required
Minimum of three (3) years' experience working with ASD programs required • START and PBIS training preferred
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Physical D Work closely with district with the goal of improving outcomes for students with autism by building capacity and implementing evidence-based practices across the Early Intervention/Preschool LRE continuum 3-5 General education and special education preschool programs
Support the transition of early intervention students into part B
Support evaluation and IEP teams with ASD eligibility, LRE determinations, and other programming decisions
Provide support, guidance and professional development to district staff and administration regarding best practices, universal supports and learning resources including the appropriate use of visual, communication, academic, behavioral, and environmental accommodations or modifications Provide guidance to identify critical learning goals to support communication, social and behavior skills.
Support designing and maintaining classroom structures that provide engaging and motivating learning activities to improve academic, communication, social and behavior management skills.
Support implementation of the essential components of an instructional program for students with ASD to include: predictability and structure, functional analysis of behaviors, development of behavior intervention plans and systematic data monitoring
Provide guidance and support to ASD center programs regarding the implementation of ACT 18 entrance and exit criteria and procedures
Provide guidance and implementation strategies for utilizing IP support
Support the development and implementation of Peer-to-Peer programs in all preschool environments
Support the implementation of PBIS, including the development and implementation of classroom management plans, FBAs and BIPs
Guidance and informational resource to parents and/or guardians regarding home support/structure
Actively participate as a member of the Wayne County ASD Support Team and Wayne Regional Autism Collaborative for Excellence (WRACE) team
Demands: The physical demands described here 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. Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom.
Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.
Occasional bending, kneeling, sitting, standing, and climbing stairs.
Prolonged periods sitting and working on the computer to complete necessary paperwork.
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
Compensation:
Salary is based on the GPEA CBA, which may or may not recognize previous professional teaching experience. GPEA Members are also eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including health/dental/vision/life and long-term disability insurance. Membership in the Michigan Public Schools Employee Retirement System
Application Procedure: Members of Grosse Pointe Education Association/MEA-NEA should email a letter of intent and updated resume to - In the subject line be sure to include the position you are applying for.
External Applicants: Click on the Apply' button to initiate the application process. Please electronically attach or send the following materials: Cover Letter
Resume
Credentials File (or 3 letters recommendation)
Copy of teaching certificate
Copy of your transcripts
Addressed to:
Rici Shovein, Executive Director of Student Services
Grosse Pointe Public School System
20601 Morningside Drive
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236
Selection Procedure: Applications will be accepted until vacancy is filled
The successful candidate must meet State standard for a clear criminal history and provide mandated fingerprint clearance.
Worksite address
grosse pointe, MI, 48236, US
Who can apply
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