ESY Autism/Low Incidence Specialist - In-Person

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Human Resources announces openings for Summer School ESY Autism/Low Incidence

Specialist

2026 ESY Autism/Low Incidence Specialist - In-Person

Elementary Locations: Glebe (PreK Developmental), Innovation (MIPA),

Fleet (DHH/Life skills/Interlude), Carlin Springs

Secondary Locations: Kenmore MS and Wakefield HS, Shriver

July 6, 2026 through July 31, 2026

Professional Days and Orientation: July 1, 2

Qualifications

Must hold a valid license (or provisional license) in special education

Demonstrated success in development, implementation and evaluation of individual and group behavior management and modification plans.

Familiarity with ABA.

Experience

As a team member in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Autism and Low Incidence.

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

With strategies for instruction including augmentative communication,

assistive technology, PECS, and Individual Behavior Management.

Working with children with autism spectrum disorders and with various disabilities in a school setting

Responsibilities Include

Provide coaching in instructional methodology and/or behavioral support and training to school-based teams for students with autism/low-incidence disabilities. This may include the following:

Observation of student in school setting(s)

Meeting with school-based teams to provide feedback, based on observation(s)

Some support may be ongoing, based on the specific need of the student

Sharing best-practices (Evidence-Based Practices, or EBP) with school staff

Work with teams to access student-specific materials (and classroom specific when appropriate). May include such supports as student schedules, calming menus, social stories, behavioral charts/supports, etc.

Assist school-based staff with environmental modifications to ensure student success

Provide on-going support to countywide programs

Consult with the summer school committee as needed regarding materials and staffing.

  • Assist teams with acquiring equipment/sensory supports required for students

Considerations for hire

All applicants must complete a pre-interview questionnaire linked here https://forms.gle/kmrwV2F6FeD72eDq9 [https://forms.gle/kmrwV2F6FeD72eDq9]

Conditions for hire

  • Once you have been hired, then you will need to sign your contract and return it to HR through the link they send you. You are NOT hired until you return the letter.
  • Ensure you are aware of dates and times you are required to report to the building.

Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy G-2.30,

Employee Relations – Equal Employment Opportunity - that “Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age,

economic status, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability.”

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