This role will provide consultation to autism support teachers in the School District of Philadelphia and their classroom staff on the use or evidence-based interventions to support the academic, behavioral, and social needs for K-5 students with autism. Complete needs assessments and classroom-level reports for assigned teachers to determine the efficacy of consultation and treatment. Attend a weekly team meeting. Job Description. Provide consultation to autism support teachers in the School Di... more details
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Posted Job Title
Philly AIMS Consultant
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
This role will provide consultation to autism support teachers in the School District of Philadelphia and their classroom staff on the use or evidence-based interventions to support the academic, behavioral, and social needs for K-5 students with autism. Complete needs assessments and classroom-level reports for assigned teachers to determine the efficacy of consultation and treatment. Attend a weekly team meeting.
Job Description
Provide consultation to autism support teachers in the School District of Philadelphia and their classroom staff on the use or evidence-based interventions to support the academic, behavioral, and social needs for K-5 students with autism. Complete needs assessments and classroom-level reports for assigned teachers to determine the efficacy of consultation and treatment. Attend a weekly team meeting.
The minimum of a Master's Degree and 3 years to 5 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Qualified applicants must have knowledge of Autism and have experience working effectively in a school district or community mental health setting, implementing evidence-based practices. Specific experience with behavior analytic approaches, elementary school teaching, and/or teacher consultation are desired but not required. Candidates must have a valid driver s license and pass a PA Criminal Background Check, FBI Fingerprinting clearance, and Child Abuse Clearance.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$7.25 - $95.00 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
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Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
