Instruction Specialist
Salary
$31,800.00 Annually
Location
Youngstown, Ohio
Job Type
Professional Administrative
Job Number
202600186
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
Rich Center for Autism
Opening Date
07/01/2026
Closing Date
6/30/2027 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit Status
Excluded from Any Bargaining Unit
Salary Grade
XF (A1)
Full-time Equivalency
1.0
Additional Information
This position is contingent upon the University's continuing receipt of funds from an external source adequate to fully support the appointment.
Summary of Position
Provides evidence-based instruction to special needs children with autism spectrum disorder. Prepares social, educational, and communication based instructional lessons and materials for classroom and community-based experiences. Collects, records, evaluates, and summarizes daily, monthly, and quarterly treatment data reports. Works collaboratively with staff, therapists, parents, and students.
Position Information
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Assists in the provision of evidence-based instruction to special needs students with autism.
Prepares instructional lessons and materials for classroom and community-based activities.
Participates in evaluations and assessments of children with autism enrolled in the programs.
Maintains proper order and discipline in the classroom.
Assists in supervising outings.
Attends parent programs and staff meetings.
Assists with public relations events sponsored by the Rich Center for Autism.
Other Functions and Responsibilities: Assists with training new hires.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment.
Work Schedule: The Rich Center Academic Calendar recognizes 209 working days, inclusive of academic program days, in-service/professional development days, and parent-teacher conference days. The Rich Center Academic Calendar recognizes there is no academic programming and that the Center is closed on university designated legal holidays.
Primary Location: Youngstown
Supervision Exercised: May supervisor student employees.
Reports to: Classroom Supervisor
Qualifications and Competencies
Sponsorship and/or Work Authorization Status: This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: evidence-based instruction to special needs students with autism.
Skill in: oral and written communication.
Ability to: work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels and to interact appropriately with special needs children.
Minimum Qualifications: At least a bachelors degree.
Preferred Qualifications: At least a bachelor's degree in special education, early childhood education, or a related field. Relevant experiences as registered behavior technician (RBT) and/or providing support for individuals with autism.
Physical Requirements: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this position will perform heavy work.
Heavy: work involves exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Supplemental Information
At Youngstown State University we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees live healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. YSU offers two options for medical plans, optional dental and vision insurance and life insurance. These plans are reviewed annually to maintain competitiveness while being cost effective. In addition, YSU offers tuition remission, 403(b) and 457 retirement planning options, as well as state pension programs and optional voluntary life insurance benefits.
Medical Mutual of Ohio Medical plans
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Group Life Insurance (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Group Long Term Disability (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tuition remission
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Initiatives
Sick Leave
Vacation Accrual
Paid Holidays
State Retirement Programs
403b and 457b Voluntary Retirement Options
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Employer Youngstown State University (OH)
Address 1 Tressel Way
Youngstown, Ohio, 44555
Phone 330-941-1508
Website http://www.ysu.edu