ECSE Teacher (.50)

Sylvania; Castleton Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Valley is seeking a caring, collaborative ECSE teacher to provide specialized instruction for young children with disabilities in a safe, inclusive classroom. The role emphasizes building partnerships with families and working with a multidisciplinary team to support developmental goals.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education, inclusive practices, and experience aligning instruction to IEPs and data-driven progress monitoring, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in ECSE or related field and valid ECSE certification.
• Knowledge of child development and evidence-based practices in special education.
• Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to inclusive and supportive learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs aligned with student needs and regulations.
• Provide developmentally appropriate, evidence-based instruction.
• Assess student progress and use data to guide instruction.
• Collaborate with speech-language pathologists, OTs, PTs, psychologists, social workers.
• Support academic, communication, social-emotional, and adaptive skills.
• Create an engaging, nurturing, inclusive classroom environment.
• Communicate regularly with families about progress and needs.
• Participate in IEP meetings, conferences, and professional development.
• Maintain accurate student records and documentation.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and behavioral supports.
• Collaborate with general education staff to promote inclusion.

Skills

IEP development

Collaboration

Communication

Instructional planning

Family engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Certification/licensure for ECSE (state)

Job description

Position Summary

Maple Valley is seeking a caring, collaborative, and highly qualified Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)

Teacher to provide specialized instruction and support to young children with disabilities. The ECSE Teacher

will create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment while developing individualized instruction

based on each child’s unique strengths, needs, and developmental goals.

The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education, committed to inclusive practices, and able to

build strong partnerships with students, families, general education teachers, therapists, and other service

providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized educational programs (IEPs) in accordance with student needs and applicable regulations.


• Provide developmentally appropriate, evidence-based instruction to young children with disabilities.


• Assess student progress and use data to guide instruction and intervention.


• Collaborate with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, school psychologists, social workers, and other professionals.


• Support students’ academic, communication, social-emotional, behavioral, adaptive, and developmental skills.


• Create an engaging, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.


• Communicate regularly and effectively with families regarding student progress and educational needs.


• Participate in IEP meetings, parent conferences, professional development, and other school-related activities.


• Maintain accurate student records and documentation.


• Implement appropriate accommodations, modifications, and behavioral supports.


• Collaborate with general education staff to promote inclusion and successful transitions.


• Support students and families during transitions into school programs and between educational settings.


• Follow district policies, special education regulations, and best practices for early childhood education.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or a related field.


• Valid teaching certification/licensure appropriate for ECSE and the state in which the position is located.


• Knowledge of child development and evidence-based special education practices.


• Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.


• Commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Preferred

• Experience working with preschool-aged children with disabilities.


• Experience developing and implementing IEPs.


• Knowledge of early childhood assessment and intervention practices.


• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and families.

Desired

• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification


• CPR/First Aid certification