Long Term Substitute - EI SpEd Middle School Teacher

Riley Street Middle School; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Riley Street Middle School in Hudsonville, MI seeks a long-term substitute teacher for EI SPEd at the middle school level from March through June 2027. The teacher will plan and implement an instructional program, manage IEPs, and work under the supervision of the principal and special education leaders.

The role requires collaboration with staff, development of IEPs and behavior plans, and effective parent communication.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree from a college or university
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with SE endorsement
• Additional training and/or education (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Teaches core subjects to students with an IEP in a middle school setting
• Lead meetings and development of IEPs, Functional Behavior Analysis, and Behavior Intervention Plans
• Develops lesson plans and provides individualized and small group instruction
• Maintains behavior standards to support transition to general education
• Communicates with parents about student progress and school programs
• Administers group-standardized tests and participates in curriculum development

Skills

IEP experience

Classroom management

Collaboration

Communication with parents

Education

BA/BS degree

SE endorsement Michigan cert.

Job description

Long Term Substitute - EI SpEd Middle School Teacher

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Job Description

Long Term Substitute -March through June 2027

Summary: To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a middle school learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the Building Principal and Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Student Services

• Provide specialized instruction in a center-based program for students having emotional impairments
• Have the ability to manage a caseload of students including IEP’s and all other relevant paperwork
• Lead meetings and development of IEP’s, Functional Behavior Analysis, and Behavior Intervention Plans

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, and health to students with an IEP in a classroom, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities
• Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provided individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Established and maintains standard of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the categorical classroom with goals to transition to the general education setting
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student's progress and interpret the school program
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers
• Maintains professional competence through staff development activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records
• Supervises students in and out of classroom activities during the assigned workday
• Administers group-standardized tests in accordance with district testing policies
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: Not applicable

Qualification Requirements:

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• BA/BS degree for a college or university
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a SE endorsement

Preferred:

• Additional training and/or education

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret communication including emails, letters, spreadsheet and forms Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from the community, regulatory agencies or staff members

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to calculate basic mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages and decimals; spatial aptitude to inspect length and weight of objects

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Other Skills and Abilities:

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Position requires sustained periods of sitting and working on computer and office equipment
• Position requires standing and walking throughout buildings
• Position involves frequent lifting up to 20 pounds and occasional lifting up to 40 pounds
• Position involves listening, speaking clearly and visual acuity
• Position involves frequent repetitive action on a keyboard

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to loud depending upon the activity in a particular part of the day

Hudsonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or 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

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned

Contact Information

• Matt Baer , Principal
• Riley Street Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]