Special Education Teacher (ASSISTT) 50% for 6 months

HALF-TIME 50% FOR 6 MONTHS

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: A.S.S.I.S.T.T. was formulated In January 2000 when the TUSD-I.B.I. (Intensive Behavior Intervention) team, & TUSD Full Inclusion Specialist merged. A.S.S.I.S.T.T. program teachers provide a range of services to the TUSD staff & parents including, but not limited to, inclusion support for students, training for certificated & classified staff, behavioral consultation, classroom/staff consultation, discrete trials teaching (DTT) programs for students with a diagnosis of autism. Provide written reference articles & books to staff & parents, assist staff In the development of charting systems, assist school staff In the development of social stories, social groups (circle of friends), & social skills training. Suggest Instructional techniques, modifications, adaptations, & materials, develop & conduct staff development trainings & seminars, & actively participate in the on-going development of TUSD based services.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: A desire to learn & help develop best practices for serving TUSD students. The teacher will need to have (or be willing to develop) expertise with respect to Inclusion, autism, & behavioral practices & interventions. It is essential that the applicant have the ability to work as a team member. Our existing team of excellent A.S.S.I.S.T.T. staff will provide on-going training & support in the above listed job requirements.

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENT: Must have a valid Mild Moderate or Moderate Severe teaching credential, or currently completing credential. CBEST required.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: The annual period of employment shall be 6 months. The beginning half-time salary will range from $21,680.00 to $30,475.00 based on education & experience. District paid employee medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits available.

SCHOOL DAY: Half-time hours will be arranged with Principal

SITE: A.S.S.I.S.T.T. office (LAUNCH-preschool program site)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please download a certificated application from our website Certificated Employment Application Complete the application, and return with all items listed on page 4. Return in person, or by mail to our district offices.

Any questions pertaining to this position, please call Debbi Lee, (310) 972-6081, email: dlee@tusd.org