Special Education Teacher - EI - High School

Saginaw Area Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Saginaw Area Consortium is seeking a Special Education Teacher for high school. Responsibilities include coordinating IEP meetings, providing direct instruction based on student IEPs, and maintaining accurate educational records. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree or higher and relevant teaching certification.

Join us in creating a supportive environment focused on academic achievement for all students!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Meet professional teacher education requirements.
• Relevant teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate IEP, MET, and Manifestation Determination meetings.
• Maintain accurate records for students assigned to the caseload.
• Provide direct instruction to students as determined through their IEPs.
• Assist general education staff with special education students.

Skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively

Organization and planning skills

Ability to tolerate high levels of stress

Ability to work in a multicultural, urban setting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution

Single-subject teaching credential or certification

State certification including endorsements

Job description

Special Education Teacher - EI - High School

Job ID: 4068

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Saginaw Public Schools teachers are responsible for planning, organizing and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Teachers are committed and focused on rapid school turnaround.

DISTRICT-WIDE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

The School District of the City of Saginaw, in partnership with parents, students, businesses and the community, is committed to ensuring the highest level of academic achievement and career planning for all students, to maintain a high operating structure at all levels, and to provide a safe and effective learning environment for all students.

A Saginaw Public Schools Turnaround teacher skillfully demonstrates:

• the capacity to align curriculum, instruction and assessments while responding to the individual needs of students;
• the willingness to seek knowledgeable peers, coaches or administrators for instructional support;
• the desire and ability to work in a multicultural, urban setting and develop a rapport with students, staff, parents, and the school community;
• prioritizing student‑learning needs over existing customs, routines, and relationships that may hinder necessary change;
• commitment to relentlessly pursuing increased student learning and innovation;
• the competence to collect and analyze data from formative and summative assessments to inform instructional decisions;
• the skill to implement a tiered system of instruction within the classroom and leverage the intense student support network;
• the strong desire and ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with students to exert academic influence;
• the ability to help create and thrive in a professional environment that is one of mutual respect, teamwork, and accountability for all stakeholders;
• the willingness to actively engage in the PLC process while
  • participating in ongoing instructional‑specific conversations;
  • collaboratively creating and executing clear, logical instructional plans;
  • coordinating instruction within and across grade levels;
  • trying out new ideas to improve student learning.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Content and pedagogical knowledge in assigned subject/area;
• Knowledge of relevant technology;
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills;
• Verbal and written communication skills;
• Decision‑making skills;
• Organization and planning skills;
• Ability to tolerate high levels of stress;
• Ability to be flexible and adaptive;
• Ability to take initiative;
• Ability to record and report daily written records;
• Ability to pay attention to detail;
• Ability to utilize classroom instruction techniques designed to stimulate inquiry, knowledge and understanding, and thoughtful formulation of worthy goals;
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other teachers, administrators, and staff;
• Ability to work independently;
• Ability to learn new tasks quickly;
• Ability to work in a multicultural, urban setting and develop rapport with students, staff, parents, and the school community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Coordinate scheduling of IEP, MET, and Manifestation Determination meetings including parent notification/invitations for students assigned to the caseload.
2. Maintain complete and accurate B‑worksheets, attendance, and discipline/special education records for students assigned to the caseload.
3. Provide input to the Building Principal regarding the impact of each student’s disability on behavior and discipline.
4. Maintain an up‑to‑date binder of students’ most recent IEPs and discipline actions/forms for administrative review upon request.
5. Provide parents with regular updates on student progress toward IEP goals as often as general education report cards are provided.
6. Plan, prepare, and organize the IEP document including development of appropriate goals and objectives.
7. Plan, coordinate, and chair the IEP process for students on the caseload.
8. Oversee planning, provide, and implement instructional services for all students assigned to the caseload.
9. Provide direct instruction to students as determined through their IEPs.
10. Support general education staff in accommodating and supplementing special education students.
11. Supplement instruction to support the general education curriculum for students on the caseload.
12. Maintain a current schedule documenting daily service of students including frequency and duration.
13. Assist and support general education staff with scheduling coursework for special education students.
14. Provide input/reports and collaborate with the MET team for accurate evaluation and placement of special education students.
15. Adopt and implement instructional strategies that align with the District strategic plan.
16. Maintain ongoing relationships via phone, e‑mail, and collaboration with general education staff, administration, and families to promote student success.
17. Stay aware of current updates to special education legislation and regulations and their application to practice.
18. Provide updated information to the special education office regarding new students from address changes.
19. Disseminate all paperwork and send official copies to the records office within ten days of meeting completion.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of the School, District, and State.
• Single‑subject teaching credential or certification if teaching a specialized subject.
• State certification including endorsements required for a specific subject/area.
• Relevant teaching experience.

SALARY:

Based on education and experience.

Saginaw Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs.