Early Childhood Development Teacher

County : Genesee; Town of Genesee (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Flint Community Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide specialized educational services and support for students with disabilities. The role involves developing Individual Educational Plans, collaborating with educational teams, and ensuring compliance with Michigan educational laws. Candidates must possess relevant Michigan teaching certifications and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teachers Certificate with relevant endorsements.
• Ability to work effectively within a teaching team.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide special education services as per Individual Educational Plan.
• Collect and report data on student performance.
• Develop and implement Positive Behavior Support Plans.

Skills

Ability to work cooperatively on a teaching team

Effective communication skills

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of common assessments and teaching methods

Education

Valid Michigan Teachers Certificate with a ZS endorsement

Valid Michigan Teachers Certificate with a ZA endorsement

Job description

Flint Community Schools, an urban public school system with campuses throughout the City of Flint, Michigan, has a long and rich tradition of community education. Flint Community Schools provide a range of academic, extended services, and extracurricular activities at the elementary and secondary levels to meet the needs of our students and their families.

Essential Functions :

1. Comply with all Michigan Special Education law / requirements.
2. Provide special education services as indicated on the Individual Educational Plan.
3. Collect, record, and report data relative to student performance on individual goals and objectives.
4. Conduct required formal and informal evaluations to measure students' progress.
5. Collaborate in the development of Evaluation / Review Plans.
6. Actively participate in the CIMS process, including implementing any required corrective actions.
7. Comply with state and district policy on the use of seclusion and restraint.
8. Participate in transition planning.
9. Maintain confidentiality at all times.
10. Participate in building Student Assistance Teams.
11. Participate in ECD Program meetings.
12. Participate in Early Childhood professional development training.
13. Complete Medicaid documentation monthly.
14. Utilize a variety of research-based intervention strategies, continually assessing student response, and modify as needed to ensure all children are successful.
15. Develop and implement Positive Behavior Support Plans.
16. Work collaboratively with school initiatives that support intervention strategies for student success.
17. Conference with parents, therapists, and other medical/agency personnel.

Qualifications :

Education : Valid Michigan Teachers Certificate with a ZS endorsement, valid Michigan Teachers Certificate with a ZA endorsement plus an endorsement in at least one area of special education.

Experience and Skills :

• The ability to work cooperatively on a teaching team.
• The ability to communicate effectively with students through speaking, reading, and writing appropriate for the audience.
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office, Internet, Email, and online grading.
• Knowledge of common assessments and teaching methods.