Special Education Teacher (Emotional Impairment)

KEC Beltline; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid sick and personal days

Michigan retirement program

PSLF/SAVE student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Kent Intermediate School District seeks a Special Education Teacher for Emotional Impairment in Grand Rapids, MI. This 182-day role focuses on structured, evidence-based instruction aligned with IEP goals for high school students in EI classrooms.

The position requires detailed assessments, data collection, and collaboration with families and service providers to support eligible students.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's Degree in Education.
• Special Education Certification with EI Endorsement required.
• Experience in EI classrooms (9th-12th grade preferred).
• Ability to deliver instruction and adapt to student needs.
• Ability to integrate technology into curriculum.
• Ability to communicate clearly in speaking and writing.
• Must be HQ (Highly Qualified) status.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement specially designed instruction based on IEPs.
• Plan comprehensive programs to develop academic, communication, social, and community skills.
• Evaluate student skills using formal assessments.
• Maintain progress data and compliant IEP documentation.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to coordinate services.
• Provide direct instruction in academics, communication, social, and transition skills.
• Maintain daily records and contribute to behavior support plans.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in Education

Special Education Certification EI

EI classroom experience

Instructional planning

Technology integration

HQ status / Highly Qualified

Collaboration with parents & staff

Crisis intervention certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Special Education Certification with EI Endorsement

Tools

Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification

Job description

Special Education Teacher (Emotional Impairment)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Special Education Teacher - Emotional Impairment

Reports to: Principal/Administrator of KEC Beltline

Terms: 182-day position subject to all rules and regulations covering KIEA teachers

BROAD STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

To provide structure and innovative instruction to students within the high school learning environment in order to meet all students’ needs. The work includes the use of evidence-based assessment, instruction and intervention practices in the prevention, assessment, intervention, and program design efforts that are integrated within the school. The teacher will work collaboratively with all members of the school and program to provide specially designed instruction in the areas determined by each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the development and promotion of the special education philosophy of service and delivery.
• Regular, reliable and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Evaluate students’ skills in learning, behavior, and communication using formalized assessments.
• Plan comprehensive educational program to develop academic, communication, social, and community skills for all students assigned to the class.
• Develop individual instructional objectives for students based on assessment, Extended and/or Grade Level Content Expectations and regularly update these objectives based on students’ skill acquisition.
• Provide direct instruction for students with disabilities, in the areas of academic skills, communication skills, social skills, and transition.
• Collect, maintain, and analyze data relating to students’ acquisition of functional, community-referenced skills.
• Cooperate in planning curriculum and instructional programs with other instructional and support personnel to encourage integrated team services for the students.
• Establish methods to utilize functional behavior assessment to develop Positive Behavior Support Plans within the classroom in accordance with district policies and center program procedures.
• Keep daily anecdotal records of students.
• Direct Instructional Support Specialists assigned to the program/classroom.
• Develop timely and compliant IEPs for eligible students.
• Document and share student progress on goals and objectives, accommodations, service time, and discipline/suspensions for all students on caseload.
• Maintain an electronic log to document students’ goals and objectives, accommodations, and other IEP related services.
• Assessing, teaching, and modifying instruction and curricula for students with emotional impairments continuum related to all of the following:
  • Developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized behavior management strategies and plans.
  • Adapting, accommodating, and modifying the general education curricula, pedagogy, and learning environments for students with emotional impairment.
  • Integrating academic instruction and curriculum with affective educational strategies for students with emotional impairment.
  • Collaborating with parents and service providers in educational, public, and private agencies to support students with emotional impairment.
  • Assessing students with emotional impairment related to collecting indirect and direct data on academic, social, and emotional functioning of students in order to develop reports and design, manage, and monitor interventions.
• Perform all other duties as appropriate and determined by Principal/Administrator.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education from an accredited university.
• Special Education Certification with Emotional Impairment Endorsement.
• Demonstrated success in special education or support service working with EI classrooms, 9 th -12 th grade preferred.
• Experience in delivering instruction in subject area content.
• Ability to integrate technology into the curriculum.
• Ability to communicate informational ideas in spoken and written language for clear understanding.
• Ability to provide Highly Qualified (HQ) status.
• Experience working in Center Programs, preferred.
• Willingness to participate in all phases of the instructional program.
• Ability to work constructively with parents, students and staff.
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention certification.
• Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Salary:$54,386 - $79,339, Commensurate with education and experience

Benefits:Robust benefit package includes full medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid sick and personal days; State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF/ SAVE plan) for eligible Federal student loans.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the School Board may be considered. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish Kent Intermediate School District with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition), age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment. The Coordinator for Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act and Title II is: Dave Rodgers, Assistant Superintendent of Human Reso

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required