Special Education Teacher (grades 6-12)

Summary of Position: Provide high-quality, caring, and certified instruction to students who may have physical, intellectual, emotional, and/or learning disabilities, and work collaboratively with district administration, colleagues, students, parents, and the board to accomplish or surpass the educational goals of the district and any IEP's. Work as a collaborative team member to implement the curriculum and accomplish short- and long-term academic goals.

Qualifications:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certification in Special Education or valid Michigan Teaching Certification with immediate interest in obtaining Special Education certification.
• Must meet Highly Qualified requirements as defined by the Michigan Department of Education
• Criminal background check including fingerprinting required

Essential Position Requirements:

• Regular, Reliable, and Punctual attendance
• Instructional planning for the classroom and the delivery or direction of instructional activities.
• Provide opportunities for individualized and small group instruction, adapting the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Develop, provide, and utilize instructional plans, strategies, methods, materials, and techniques that best meet the needs of students.
• Communicate appropriately and effectively with parents, both in writing and verbally.
• Maintain student records, student achievement, and attendance using district-approved technology.
• Organize caseload scheduling.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to perform essential functions while adhering to all building and district policies regarding attendance, business procedures, safety, professionalism, and personal appearance.
• Participate as part of a work team and work effectively with colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or other designated person.

Reports to: Building Principal

Pay Rate: As stated per the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Deadline to apply: Until Filled