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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$66,944 / year median in Michigan
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Provide individualized and small-group instruction based on student needs.
- Implement and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Deliver differentiated instruction appropriate to students' abilities and learning needs.
- Modify curriculum, assignments, instructional materials, and assessments as needed.
- Monitor and document student progress toward academic, behavioral, and IEP goals.
- Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development and review of student goals.
- Maintain required special education records and documentation.
- Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators, families, and related-service providers.
- Develop and maintain a structured, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Implement positive classroom and behavior-management strategies.
- Communicate student progress and concerns with appropriate school team members and families.
- Follow school, district, state, and federal special education policies and procedures.
- Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and other required school activities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Valid Michigan teaching certificate, authorization, endorsements or eligibility for appropriate certification.
- Required endorsements: Cognitive Impairment (CI), Emotional Impairment (EI), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) population, when required.
- Knowledge of IEP development, implementation, accommodations, modifications, and progress monitoring.
- Strong classroom-management and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary educational teams.
- Commitment to supporting students with diverse learning, behavioral, and developmental needs.
ESE/Special Education Opportunities May Include:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Learning Disabilities
- Cognitive Impairment
- Emotional Impairment
- Physical or Other Health Impairment
- Resource Room / Learning Support
- Early Childhood Special Education
- Other specialized special education assignments
Compensation & Benefits:
P.I.E. Management offers eligible employees-- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Join a team focused on connecting qualified education professionals with meaningful opportunities to positively impact students and school communities.
- Apply today to be considered for ESE/Special Education Teacher opportunities in Detroit, Michigan.
Pay:
$44.00 - $55.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per weekBenefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance