Special Education Teacher - Autism Program

• BORDENTOWN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - AUTISM PROGRAM Anticipated Vacancy - September 1, 202610-Month Position - Tenure Track

Salary

• In Accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement CERTIFICATIONValid NJ Teacher Cerificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) or Standard Certificate
• Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TSD) endorsement required
• Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) endorsement preferred POSITION SUMMARYThe Bordentown Regional School District invites applications for the anticipated position of Special Education Teacher in the Autism Program
• This position provides structured, individualized educational programming for students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in a self-contained or specialized setting
• The Autism Program teacher designs instruction grounded in evidence-based practices for ASD, including applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles, structured teaching methodologies, and social-emotional learning frameworks
• The teacher collaborates with Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), related service providers, paraprofessionals, and families to implement comprehensive IEPs and support each student's communication, social, behavioral, and academic development in accordance with IDEA and NJAC 6A:14
• ABOUT BORDENTOWN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICTThe Bordentown Regional School District is a Pre-K-12 district in Burlington County, New Jersey, committed to academic excellence, community partnership, and the success of every student
• PRIMARY

Responsibilities

• Instructional

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver structured, individualized instruction for students with ASD using evidence-based methodologies including discrete trial training (DTT), naturalistic developmental behavioral interventions (NDBIs), and structured teaching (TEACCH) Develop and implement programs addressing communication, social skills, academic achievement, adaptive behavior, and independent functioning
• Integrate AAC systems, visual supports, and assistive technology into daily instruction as specified in student IEPs
• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) developed in collaboration with the assigned BCBACollect precise behavioral and academic data daily; use data to evaluate program effectiveness and guide instructional adjustments IEP & Compliance

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive IEPs addressing all areas of need including communication, behavior, academics, social skills, and transition
• Facilitate and participate in IEP meetings, annual reviews, and reevaluations with the Child Study Team and families
• Ensure all IEP documentation, progress reports, and service logs are accurate and completed on required timelines
• Ensure FAPE is delivered in the most appropriate and least restrictive environment consistent with each IEP Behavioral & Collaborative

Responsibilities

• Partner with the BCBA to develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavior support plans
• Supervise and provide daily direction to paraprofessionals in the implementation of instructional programs
• Collaborate with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to deliver integrated, student-centered programming
• Maintain transparent, consistent communication with families regarding student progress, program implementation, and home-school consistency strategies
• Participate in transition planning for students of transition age, with focus on functional independence, vocational skills, and community integration REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESKnowledge of ASD characteristics, evidence-based practices, and the New Jersey ASD frameworks
• Familiarity with ABA including reinforcement, prompting hierarchies, data collection, and behavior management
• Understanding of IDEA, Section 504, and NJAC 6A:14 as applicable to students with ASDExperience with or knowledge of AAC systems, visual supports, and structured teaching environments
• Ability to implement and monitor behavior intervention plans in collaboration with a BCBAStrong data collection skills and ability to use data to drive instructional and behavioral programming decisions
• Patience, flexibility, and a deep commitment to serving students with ASD and their families PREFERRED

Qualifications

• Experience teaching students with ASD in a public school self-contained or specialized program setting
• Experience implementing PECS, Proloquo2Go, LAMP, or other AAC systems
• Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) or similar safety management framework
• Familiarity with social skills curricula (e.g., Social Thinking, PEERS, Zones of Regulation) APPLICATION INFORMATIONInterested and qualified candidates should submit the following material to be considered for this position:Letter of Interest & current resume address to the Superintendent of Schools
• Copy of valid New Jersey teaching certificate of Certificate of Eligibility
• Three current professional references with contact information
• Completed BRSD employment application through Frontline Submit application material online via Frontline or to:Human Resources Office - Bordentown Regional School District318 Ward Ave, Bordentown, NJ 08505Phone: 609-298-0025 www.bordentown.k12.nj.us The Bordentown Regional School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law."Tradition Built & Future Focused"