Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher- Early Intervention Birth to 3

Detroit Public Schools Community District; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking an Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher for Early Intervention services, focusing on infants and toddlers. The role requires managing a caseload, providing in-home services, and ensuring compliance with educational standards. Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree and a valid Michigan teaching certification. Experience in special education is preferred. The opportunity offers a salary ranging from $55,000 to $94,000 per year, along with eligibility for benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by the North Central Association.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or Temporary Teaching Authorization is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Early On and MMSE eligible students.
• Provide in-home intervention services to families.
• Complete timely evaluations and IFSP documentation.

Skills

Intervention strategies

Collaboration with families

Compliance with educational standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or Temporary Teaching Authorization with endorsement

Job description

Overview

Position: Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher - Early Intervention Birth to 3. Location: Early Intervention Diagnostic Center. Salary: DFT Salary Schedule ($55,000 - $94,000). Reports to: ESE Lead Administrator/ Supervisor of Early Intervention. Bargaining Unit: DFT. Benefits Eligible: Yes. Telecommuting Eligibility: School-based. Not eligible for telecommuting.

Position Summary

In accordance with the Agreement between the Detroit Federation of Teachers (DFT) and the Detroit Public Schools Community District, the following vacancy is announced: The ESE Teacher of Early Intervention (Birth to 3) will manage an Early On caseload. They will follow up on referral requests to determine eligibility for Early On and/or Michigan Mandatory Special Education (MMSE). Duties include conducting monitoring and maintaining compliance by completing timely evaluations, timely completion of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) and related documentation, providing timely services by way of in-home intervention services and coordinate services for eligible infants and toddlers and their families.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess a bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools or an equivalent agency.
• Must possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or Michigan Temporary Teaching Authorization (T2EA), with an endorsement in Special Education and Early Childhood (ZA or ZS).

Essential Functions

• Manage a caseload of Early On and Michigan Mandatory Special Education eligible students.
• Direct coaching with parents to provide meaningful feedback to support whole child development through daily routines.
• Submit thorough and concise written reports in a timely manner in preparation for an IFSP.
• Support families by connecting them to other services in the community based upon need.
• Work to identify children, ages 0-3, who may be eligible for Early On and/or MMSE.
• Provide/coordinate all services listed on the IFSP within 30 calendar days of parental consent in the child’s natural environment (home or community).
• Participate in co-visits with other staff to learn from and/or support staff and family’s needs.
• Complete timely IFSP transition conference and meeting to determine eligibility for Part B services.
• Inform parents of family rights and procedural safeguards.
• Develop and maintain accurate and up to date paperwork (IFSP, Childhood Outcomes Summary, attendance, etc.).
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Security Clearance

Internal Applicants: If you are a current Detroit Public Schools Community District employee, you do not have to submit to a new security clearance, unless your new role requires a different type of criminal background check.

External Applicants: In alignment with Michigan law, if you are hired to fill a position, you will be required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check. Information regarding required background checks will be shared at point of hire.

Method Of Application

Applicants must apply through the online application system. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position and all applications require a resume to be considered. Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Teaching service outside of the Detroit Public Schools Community District must be verified by the applicant's prior employer(s) prior to hire. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested. Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email at [email protected] or phone at [phone].

EEO: DPSCD does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability and/or religion. Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at [phone] or detroitk12.org/compliance.