Adult Transition Program Special Education Teacher

Lake Orion; Michigan; Presencial; USD 48.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Lake Orion Community Schools is seeking an Adult Transition Special Education Teacher to support young adults 18–26 as they transition from school to meaningful adult lives. This role focuses on developing independence, competitive integrated employment, community participation, vocational skills, and self-determination.

The ideal candidate is a creative educator, collaborator, and advocate committed to helping learners develop the skills, relationships, and supports needed for adulthood, within

Formación

• Active Michigan teaching certificate with an endorsement in Special Education.
• Experience working with students with disabilities across a range of post-secondary needs.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills required.

Responsabilidades

• Transition Planning and Instruction.
• Employment and Career Development.
• Community Integration.
• Collaboration & Agency Coordination.
• Program Implementation.

Conocimientos

Collaboration

Communication

Transition planning knowledge

Educación

Michigan Teaching Certificate

Special Education Endorsement

Descripción del empleo

Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Adult Transition Special Education Teacher to support young adults ages 18–26 with disabilities as they transition from school to meaningful adult lives. This role focuses on building independence, competitive integrated employment, community participation, vocational skills, and self-determination. The ideal candidate is a creative educator, collaborator, and advocate committed to helping every learner develop the skills, relationships, and supports needed for adulthood.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
• Special Education Endorsement in one or more areas
• Demonstrated knowledge of transition planning requirements unde IDEA, community-based instruction, employment and independent living skill development
• Experience working with students with disabilities across a wide range of post-secondary needs
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Preferred:

• Experience with transition programming for students ages 18-26
• Experience coordinating community-based learning or work experiences
• Knowledge of adult service systems (MRS, CHN, supported employment providers)
• Experience working in inclusive or community-based programs

Key Responsibilities:

• Transition Planning and Instruction
• Employmentand CareerDevelopment
• Community Integration
• Collaboration & Agency Coordination
• Program Implementation

Lake Orion Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex, color, national origin, religion, age, height, weight, marital status or otherwise qualified handicapped individuals with respect to District educational programs, activities and employment practices.