Special Education Teacher

Mid-Michigan Area Public Schools Consortium; Grand Blanc (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 days PTO

Job summary

Woodland Park Academy in Michigan seeks a Licensed Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instruction for grades K-8 and manage IEPs. You will evaluate progress and follow state due process while collaborating with general education staff to support inclusive learning.

Under the direction of the Building Principal and Special Education Coordinator, you will implement push-in, pull-out and consult services, maintain records, and build positive relationships with students, families, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Current Michigan teaching certificate with SPED endorsement.
• Ability to lead educational planning and prepare lesson plans.
• Promote positive relationships with students, staff and community.
• Function effectively in a team and align with strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide specialized instruction for students with disabilities in Grades K-8.
• Evaluate student progress against instructional objectives and maintain records.
• Follows due process procedures and acts as IEP manager for assigned students.
• Collaborate with General Education staff and provide various service modalities.
• Maintain discipline and rapport with students with special needs.

Skills

Special Education

IEP Management

Lesson planning

Collaboration

Classroom management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Michigan teaching certificate with SPED endorsement

Job description

• Position Type:Instructional-Special Education/ Elementary Teacher

Woodland Park Academy: Special Education Teacher

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Building Principal and Special Education Coordinator, the Licensed Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities in Grades K-8; Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State-mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students. Woodland Park Academy is an inclusive school where students spend 80% or more of the day in the General Education classroom. Learning Support Services are provided but not limited to: push-in, pull-out, and consult service modalities.

Employer: Academy Board of Directors

Reports To: Academy Director

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Educational Requirements:

1. Shall possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited university.

2. Possession of a current Michigan teaching certificate (or equivalent) with a special education endorsement in autism, cognitive impairment, emotional impairment, learning disabilities, and/or physical or other health impairments.

1. Ability to provide leadership in educational planning.

2. Ability to prepare lesson plans and organize a meaningful instructional program.

3. Ability to promote effective relationships with students, staff, and community.

4. Ability to function effectively in a team and work within the strategic planning process.

5. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of teaching.

6. Considerable knowledge of subjects and activities required in the field of specialization.

7. Considerable knowledge of instructional methods applicable to the field of specialization.

8. Considerable knowledge of the texts, materials, supplies, and equipment necessary in carrying out educational or recreational programs.

9. Considerable knowledge of current literature, trends, and sources of information in the field of education.

10. Ability to prepare examinations to test the attainment of students and interpret the results of tests.

11. Ability to maintain discipline and develop rapport with children of special needs.

12. Ability to maintain records, and prepare reports and correspondence related to the work.

13. Ability to communicate effectively with others.

14. Subject to a criminal records check as required by the Academy Board of Directors' policy and State Law.

Purpose of the Position:

It is the purpose of this position to meet the educational needs of students as stated in the Academy Board of Directors' policies, regulations, and established curriculum and meet the special education needs of students.

BENEFITS

• 10 days PTO

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