Elementary Special Ed Resource Teacher: Inclusive Supports

West Ottawa Public Schools; United States; Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 61.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

West Ottawa Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Special Education Resource Teacher to provide targeted instruction aligned with IEP goals at Great Lakes Elementary School. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, behavior supports, and collaboration with general education staff and families.

The ideal candidate will have Michigan certification with Special Education endorsement, knowledge of IEP development, and experience implementing behavior plans for students with autism and diverse

Qualifikationen

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement required.
• Knowledge of evidence-based instruction, behavior supports, and IEP development.
• Ability to implement positive behavior support plans for students with diverse needs, including those with autism.
• Strong collaboration skills with general education staff, families, and support service providers.
• Familiarity with Michigan special education laws and compliance requirements.

Aufgaben

• Provide targeted small group and/or individualized instruction aligned with students' IEP goals.
• Develop and implement effective lesson plans using evidence-based instructional strategies; support students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs, including those with autism and other developmental differences.
• Implement behavior support plans and positive behavior interventions consistently.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusive practices and differentiated instruction.
• Conduct assessments and monitor student progress toward IEP goals.
• Write and maintain accurate, compliant IEPs in collaboration with IEP teams.
• Participate in IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and student support team meetings; maintain communication with families regarding progress and strategies for support.
• Use data to inform instruction and adjust interventions as needed.
• Provide accommodations and modifications to ensure access to the general education curriculum.
• Manage and organize documentation, schedules, and caseload responsibilities.
• Support transitions between instructional settings and collaborate with related service providers (e.g., speech, OT, BCBA).
• Foster student independence and a positive classroom environment.
• Stay current with best practices and special education laws and policies.

Kenntnisse

Evidence-based instruction

Behavior supports

IEP development

Collaboration with staff and families

Special education compliance knowledge

Ausbildung

Michigan teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement

Jobbeschreibung

West Ottawa Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Special Education Resource Teacher to provide targeted instruction aligned with IEP goals at Great Lakes Elementary School. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, behavior supports, and collaboration with general education staff and families.

The ideal candidate will have Michigan certification with Special Education endorsement, knowledge of IEP development, and experience implementing behavior plans for students with autism and diverse