What are the responsibilities and job description for the Education Specialist - Autism/Low Incidence position at Education Service Center Region 12?
Job Description
To support the vision, mission and strategic priorities of ESC Region 12 and to provide training in the following areas to Region 12 educators to further meet the needs of students receiving special education services:
- Develop and provide professional development to ESC Region 12 educators in the areas of Autism and Low Incidence Disabilities
- Provide technical assistance and instructional coaching with evidence-based best practices
- Keep Region 12 educators abreast of current trends and issues related to students with special needs
- Participate in TEA-mandated network grant activities
Education/Certification
- Valid Texas Teaching Certificate in Special Education
- Master's degree in relevant area preferred
- Experience in public education in special education with an emphasis in Autism and Low Incidence
- At least 5 years of relevant experience preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills
- Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders, evidence-based practices, and autism research
- Knowledge of Low Incidence Disabilities
- Thorough knowledge of special education law, curriculum and instruction
- Excellent organization, communication, and presentation skills
- Positive attitude, self-starter, and team player
- Customer service focus
Applicant needs to possess these core values through words and actions to build positive, long term relationships with customers by demonstrating:
- Professionalism, integrity, respect for others, expertise and credibility at all times
- Quality in delivering what I promise and help create superior programs and services that add value beyond what is expected
- Teamwork by working cooperatively with others to promote a positive and fun work environment
- Adaptability by being flexible, attentive to change and ready to move quickly and decisively in response to the needs of customers
- Innovation by contributing to the implementation of new or significantly improved services and delivery methods
- Superior Service by providing personable, direct attention that delivers customer satisfaction beyond what is expected
Benefit Information
- ESC Region 12 provides monetary contribution up to $575 per month to use for employee/family healthcare and supplemental benefits.
- Employee earns state personal, sick and vacation leave.
- All employees contribute to both: Teachers Retirement System (TRS) and Social Security retirement programs
Salary : $5,916 - $6,500
