Cognitive Impairment SPED Teacher — Innovative Urban Classrooms

Benton Harbor Area Schools; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Benton Harbor Area Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher for Cognitive Impairment at Benton Harbor High School. The role requires developing individualized objectives, delivering compliant instruction, and maintaining a safe classroom, with regular communication to parents.

Candidates should have MI certification with CI endorsement (or permit pathway), minimum two years teaching experience, and ability to integrate technology.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Cognitive Impairment endorsement or qualifies for full-year permit and BHAS Teacher-in-Training Pathway.
• Minimum two years of successful teaching experience.
• Ability to incorporate technology into the classroom.
• Strong academic preparation and leadership ability.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proven ability to meet the challenges of an urban school district.

Responsibilities

• Provide core instructional program for impaired students per state education code.
• Confer with parents and staff regarding educational, social, and personal issues.
• Maintain an effective learning environment within district resources.
• Assist in screening and placement of applicants in special education.
• Assist impaired students in setting educational and occupational goals.
• Create engaging displays and bulletin boards to support learning.
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.
• Participate in curriculum development and faculty committees.
• Represent the district positively and follow district policy.
• Collaborate with mainstream teachers to support students; explain abilities and disabilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Technology integration

Urban school district experience

Leadership ability

Education

Michigan teaching certificate with Cognitive Impairment endorsement

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Master's degree in Education

Job description

Benton Harbor Area Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher for Cognitive Impairment at Benton Harbor High School. The role requires developing individualized objectives, delivering compliant instruction, and maintaining a safe classroom, with regular communication to parents.

Candidates should have MI certification with CI endorsement (or permit pathway), minimum two years teaching experience, and ability to integrate technology.