Special Ed Teacher

Scherzo Technologies, Inc.; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A Michigan-based educational institution is looking for a Special Ed Teacher to ensure students with special needs achieve their goals. Responsibilities include developing Individualized Education Programs (IEP), managing individual and group behavior strategies, and maintaining effective communication with parents and staff. The ideal candidate should hold at least a Bachelor's degree in education and possess two years of teaching experience. This is a full-time entry-level position with a focus on providing a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master's preferred.
• Two years of teaching experience required.
• Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEP).
• Plan behavior management strategies for students.
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff.
• Supervise Special Education Para-Educators.
• Implement the assigned program of study.
• Foster a conducive classroom climate for learning.
• Use instructional and classroom management systems to maximize learning time.
• Monitor student progress toward objectives.
• Communicate with parents and educational staff regularly.
• Maintain knowledge of special education rules and regulations.
• Develop daily individualized lesson plans.
• Provide structured classroom management.
• Collaborate with administration, special education staff, teachers and parents.
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation.
• Meet professional responsibilities and upgrade skills.
• Promote positive relations among staff, pupils, and parents.
• Support school discipline philosophy and procedures.
• Report safety incidents and maintain student confidentiality.
• Attend required in-service training and embrace inclusion policies.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures.
• Supervise and train Special Education Para-Educators.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Principal.

Skills

Effective communication

Behavior management

Individualized Education Program (IEP) development

Classroom management

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Special Ed Teacher

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Description

Responsible for ensuring that students with special needs meet the overall achievement of the mission of the Academy.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (“IEP”).
• Plan behavior management strategies for entire class and for individual students under his/her tutelage.
• Assist individual students.
• Prepare appropriate documentation and reports.
• Implement the assigned program of study.
• Foster a classroom climate conducive to learning.
• Utilize instructional and classroom management systems that increase student learning and maximize time on task.
• Monitor student progress towards achieving instructional objectives and goals.
• Communicate effectively within the educational community and with parents on a regular basis.
• Maintain accurate knowledge of special education rules and regulations.
• Develop daily individualized lesson plans.
• Adhere to Teacher Code of Conduct.
• Provide highly structured classroom management.
• Maintain collaboration between administration and special education department, instructional staff and parents.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate case records and documentation.
• Meet professional responsibilities.
• Maintain and upgrade professional skills.
• Promote and maintain positive Academy-staff and pupil-teacher-parent relationships.
• Support and implement the discipline philosophy of the Academy, as well as disciplinary procedures designed for individual students.
• Report incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to the Code and administrative and/or Academy policies.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students.
• Attend and participate in all required in-service training sessions and become familiar with the inclusion philosophy and procedures as outlined in AIMS policy.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures.
• Supervise, direct and train all Special Education Para-Educators.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Principal.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; master’s degree preferred.
• Except as otherwise provided by law, the Academy shall use certificated teachers according to state board rule.
• Two years of teaching experience in servicing children and adolescents and an ability to effectively interact and collaborate with professionals, parents and students.
• Experience with elementary/middle programs dependent on area of assignment.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and unprofessional conduct check as required by School Safety Legislation.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

Software Development

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