Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Teacher

Portland Public Schools and SchoolPointe Inc.; Portland (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher to enhance educational experiences for students starting in the 25/26 school year. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Michigan Teacher’s Certificate, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. Responsibilities include integrating technology into the classroom and conducting IEP meetings, ensuring compliance with special education laws.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations.
• Ability to conduct IEP meetings and complete IEP forms.
• Understanding of child development for intervention.

Responsibilities

• Integrate technology into teaching practices.
• Handle complex issues with sound judgment.
• Develop positive relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Judgment

Compassion

Education

Valid Michigan Teacher’s Certificate with special education endorsement

Job description

Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Teacher

Portland Public Schools: Early Childhood Special Education Position

Portland Public Schools’ seeks an innovative and passionate education professional to join our team to continue the forward progress by enhancing the education experience for our students. This position will begin with the 25/26 school year.

The desired candidate would possess the following attributes :

• Ability to integrate technology into teaching and learning practices
• Exceptional communication, analysis, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Understanding of, or demonstrated training in, PBIS and MTSS initiatives
• Ability to handle complex and stressful issues or situations with sound judgment, common sense, and a calm demeanor
• Impeccable character, a good sense of humor, and compassion for elementary school students, families, and staff
• Willingness to undertake extra-curricular assignments
  

Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications :

• Possess a valid Michigan Teacher’s Certificate with a special education and early childhood endorsement.
• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations
• Knowledge of typical and atypical child development to identify needs and develop interventions
• Ability to conduct IEP meetings and complete IEP forms in conformance with the MI Special Education and MARSE and IDEA rules.
• Ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with students, staff, parents, and district colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to sustain and improve student achievement outcomes
• Willingness to contribute to a safe school climate of high expectations and strong collaboration, high staff and student morale, and positive community involvement
• Title: Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
• Reports to: Director of Special Education and Elementary School Principal
• Calendar: As per District Calendar and PEA contract
• Compensation: In accordance with PEA contract
• Letter of interest detailing the manner in which the candidate meets the qualifications and desired attributes for the position
• A current resume with reference contact information
• Photocopies of all university transcripts
• Photocopies of current Michigan educator certification
• Two current (within the last two years) letters of recommendation
• Please attach all documents in one PDF

Director of Special Education

Portland, MI 48875

Questions about the position or the district can be sent to Sarah Dawson, Director of Special Education.

No person applying for employment at Portland Public Schools shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer.