Special Education Teacher

Genesee Education Consultant Services (GECS); Flint (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee Education Consultant Services (GECS) is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher in Flint, MI. The ideal candidate will ensure a supportive learning environment, implement IEPs, and engage with students to foster academic achievement. The position offers full-time employment with a competitive salary and significant bonuses for long-term commitment.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus up to $12k

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• Two letters of recommendation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement IEPs for students.
• Facilitate communication with teachers on accommodations.
• Monitor and document student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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Employed By: GECS

Position: Special Education Teacher

Employed By: GECS

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Duty Year: School Year, Academic Year

Job Summary

Special Education Teachers have an oversight role for all students within the Academy setting to ensure a safe academic environment conducive to learning. Special Education Teachers ensure proper planning and follow up for the academic progress of all students and work cooperatively with the various Academy teams. Special Education Teachers ensure accurate and timely reporting to the Director of Special Education, as required by governmental bodies, regarding students’ performance and challenges, with recommendations for action and a summary of actions taken. Primary assignment may be a specific classroom (including homeroom duties) or teaching a particular subject matter in regular class, including interventions and tutoring times.

Description Of Duties

Student Academic Achievement

• Prepare students to meet academic testing requirements (internal, state-mandated and federal-mandated) and to achieve academic growth by implementing Academy curriculum and philosophy to the classes he or she is assigned to teach
• Facilitate and communicate knowledge and strategies for learning to students
• Administer/proctor tests approved by the Academy and correct all daily work and exams
• Monitor academic progress of students
• Work directly with students to implement the curriculum and respond to special needs
• Modify lesson plans and examinations, according to the IEP
• May also be assigned additional non-instructional duties such as arrival or dismissal, as determined
  
  

IEP Development and Compliance

• Write and implement IEPs based on student needs
• Communicate with teachers regarding accommodations and modifications necessary for student success
• Accurately document goal progress
• Attend IEP meetings with the Director of Special Education and report on student’s present levels, needs, and progress
• Accurately document all student services in a timely manner as required for Medicaid reimbursements and monitoring
  
  

Classroom Management

• Apply Academy and classroom rules consistently and effectively
• Utilize positive behavior supports and preventive discipline
• Motivate and engage students
• Communicate expectations to students clearly
• Establish and maintain a positive classroom environment conducive to a positive overall learning environment
• Supervise students within the Academy setting and on Academy grounds
  
  

Professional Relations

• Motivate students to perform well and respond promptly to student needs
• Maintain positive relations with students, colleagues, administration and staff
• Inspire respect and trust
• Encourage students to participate in Academy events and activities while adhering to the school’s policies and procedures to maintain a positive school climate
• Support and work cooperatively with school staff
• Maintain a positive attitude, follow instructions and respond to management direction
  
  

Commitment

• Demonstrate commitment to the Academy
• Adhere to Academy policies and procedures
• Meet attendance and punctuality guidelines
• Demonstrate a professional image
• Demonstrate commitment to quality
  
  

Accountability

• Communicate to the Director of Special Education regarding any and all areas of academic concern
• Prepare and maintain accurate and appropriate student attendance and grade records as outlined by the Academy’s policies
• Maintain an orderly, secure, attractive, and nurturing classroom environment conducive to learning and supporting a positive school climate
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by a regional accrediting association
• Except as otherwise provided by law, the Academy shall use certificated teachers according to state board rule
• Teaching experience preferred
• Two (2) letters of recommendation
• Satisfactory performance ratings in delivery of instruction and classroom management
• Satisfactory completion of oral and written interview
• Criminal records clearance
  
  

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Duties

In order to successfully perform the essential duties of this job, the employee would ideally be able to meet the following physical demands:

• Occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Stand and walk frequently.
• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year.
• Withstand a moderate noise level.
  
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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