Pediatric Autistic Support Teacher | East Lansing, Michigan

ProCare Therapy

East Lansing, MIContractorPosted Apr 6, 2026

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Job Description

d implement individualized strategies to support students with ASD
• Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize student outcomes
• Conduct assessments and deliver targeted interventions related to mental health and sensory needs
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to meet evolving student needs
• Support executive functioning and social skills development

Qualifications and Experience:
• Bachelors degree in a related field required; Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) preferred
• Minimum of 3 years experience working with adults with ASD, including individuals without intellectual disabilities
• Demonstrated expertise in handling mental health, sensory processing, executive functioning, and socialization challenges typical of ASD
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with diverse teams

Benefits and Perks:
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance coverage
• Company-matched 401(k) retirement plan
• Competitive weekly salary package
• Opportunity open to travel candidates seeking placement in East Lansing, MI

This role is ideal for professionals passionate about making a positive impact in the educational environment by supporting children with ASD. Candidates who meet the qualifications and seek a meaningful, rewarding contract position are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years experience working with adults with ASD, including individuals without intellectual disabilities
  • Demonstrated expertise in handling mental health, sensory processing, executive functioning, and socialization challenges typical of ASD
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with diverse teams

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and dental insurance coverage
  • Company-matched 401(k) retirement plan
  • Competitive weekly salary package
  • Opportunity open to travel candidates seeking placement in East Lansing, MI

Responsibilities

  • The role involves providing specialized support and interventions for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), addressing mental health, sensory, executive functioning, and socialization challenges
  • Develop and implement individualized strategies to support students with ASD
  • Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize student outcomes
  • Conduct assessments and deliver targeted interventions related to mental health and sensory needs
  • Monitor progress and adjust plans to meet evolving student needs
  • Support executive functioning and social skills development


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