Project ACCESS has posted a position on the Missouri State University employment site for a full-time Autism Resource Specialist.
The general function of the Autism Resource Specialist is described as follows:
The Autism Resource Specialist is responsible for assisting professional education staff and other related service providers in observing children demonstrating Autism Spectrum Disorder behaviors and identifying, developing, and/or referring curricula, materials, and equipment appropriate for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The Autism Resource Specialist assists in identifying and implementing appropriate behavior management and communication systems and occasionally will demonstrate evaluation and teaching procedures on-site in the classroom. The Autism Resource Specialist develops multimedia materials and plans, coordinates, and conducts in-service training workshops. The Autism Resource Specialist may assist professional education staff in evaluating educational materials (e.g., texts and student-use materials) as well as assessment instruments, and assists in advising on the selection of those materials and instruments appropriate for public schools.
A Bachelor’s degree is required, with an emphasis in Special Education, Speech-Language Pathology, Psychology, or a closely related field preferred. A Master’s degree is preferred.
At least two years of responsible experience in the public school system with an emphasis in Special Education or related services is required. Significant experience in working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, preferably gained in the public school system, is preferred. Successful teaching experience is preferred.
Visit the following link on the Missouri State University website for more information and to apply: https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/38994
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