Special Education Teacher P11 - Resource Room and Elementary Teacher

State of Michigan; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide exceptional educational services for seriously impaired children. In this rewarding role, you will conduct and maintain a comprehensive K-12 educational program, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs. You will prepare Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and group lessons, ensuring that each child's educational journey is supported with care and expertise. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students, fostering a safe and stable learning environment. If you are passionate about education and making a difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education or K-12 education required.
• Possession of a current Michigan teaching certificate with special education endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and maintain a high-quality K-12 educational program.
• Prepare Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and group lessons.

Skills

K-12 Education

Special Education

Individualized Education Programs (IEP)

Classroom Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education

Michigan Teaching Certificate

Job description

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

This position is responsible for conducting and maintaining a high quality, comprehensive K-12 educational program for seriously impaired children in a classroom and/or one-to-one setting. Position provides classroom and/or individual instruction, prepares Individualized Education Programs (IEP), group lessons, and curriculum. Position is also responsible for writing education progress reports and record keeping as required by the State of Michigan.

To be considered for this position you must:

1. Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
2. Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
3. Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
4. If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions

If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in special education or a field of K-12 education.

Experience

No specific type or amount is required.

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

The Department of Corrections will not hire individuals who have been convicted of a felony or who have felony charges pending, in accordance with Public Act 140 of 1996.

View the entire job specification at:

https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/SpecialEducationTeacher.pdf

View the position description at:

https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Special%20Education%20Teacher-Resource%20Room.pdf

https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Special%20Education%20Teacher-Elementary.pdf

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

YOUR APPLICATION FOR ANY POSITION DOES NOT GUARANTEE YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY THE DEPARTMENT/AGENCY FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION. ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS INTERVIEWED WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE RESULTS.

Inquiries regarding this posting should be sent to [e-mail].