Autism Support Educator

2 weeks ago


Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States Sheppard Pratt Full time
Sheppard Pratt School - Gaithersburg offers a comprehensive 12-month educational program dedicated to providing specialized services for students aged 12 to 21 with autism spectrum disorder, pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), developmental delays, significant behavioral challenges, and various learning difficulties.

Key Responsibilities:
  • The Educator will oversee the academic instruction and behavioral guidance of designated students, often necessitating the application of independent judgment.
  • The selected candidate will exhibit an understanding of the specific educational needs of students at various developmental stages and foster a conducive learning atmosphere within the classroom.
  • The Educator will assess, monitor, and report on student progress while actively participating in collaborative meetings with fellow staff members.
Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor's degree along with a minimum of 3 months of relevant teaching experience (such as student teaching or internships).
  • Must possess or be eligible for a conditional, standard professional, or advanced certification from the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) at the time of hiring. Candidates holding a conditional certification are required to secure standard professional or advanced certification within a specified timeframe, as evaluated by MSDE.
  • It is essential to maintain MSDE certification standards throughout the duration of employment.
  • Prior experience working with adolescents with autism who are non-verbal and exhibit severe emotional or behavioral challenges is highly preferred.


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