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Special Education Teacher
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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
- Current Michigan Teaching Certificate (Meeting Highly Qualified Status) Necessary Skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at once in an effective manner
- Ability to analyze curriculum in accordance with established standards
- Knowledge of best practices in grading student work
- Works well with a team
- Very strong customer service skills and strong communicator
- Maintain a positive "can do" attitude
- Expert knowledge in the use of assessment and assessment data to implement them effectively
- Face challenges with the focus on creating a better educational model for our students
- Be a self-starter and an independent thinker.
- Technological skills, computer knowledge and ability to rapidly adapt to new technology (Chrome, Google, and etc.).
- Demonstrate ability to plan and evaluate strategies for improving instruction Essential Duties
- Provide Resource Room for students in High School
- Co-Teach in areas of expertise. Keeping communication open and dialogue with co-teaching partner, students, and parents
- Evaluate and assess student
- Provide weekly, monthly and quarterly progress reports
- Attend weekly meetings with mentors, teachers and other staff
- Attend yearly meetings with all students and parents on caseload to discuss the following year
- Provide individual & small group instruction in person and online
- Monitor student progress weekly and help the student stay on track to complete the course successfully and on time
- Develop and implement instructional programs in Employee's areas of expertise in accordance with the Educational Program established by the Director of Curriculum & Instruction
- Ability to work with students virtually via: Google Meet and in person
- Establish rapport with students and encourage academic success
- Grade Daily Assignments and Tests and approve final grades
- Create a learning environment that is welcoming, supportive, and flexible enough to meet individual student needs
- Supporting students through in-person and virtual lessons
- To be informed of all policies and procedures
- A pleasant personality and positive attitude toward working with administration, staff, and community members. Evidence of ability to establish working relationships that result in increased efficiency and effectiveness
- Apply approved techniques for the ongoing assessment of learning
- Carry out other duties and obligations that are determined to facilitate the school's mission, goals, standards, and Education Program
- Teacher must honor written Board Policies and Administrative Regulations
- Teacher must be able to stand for a minimum of 30 minutes at a time
- Teacher must be able to lift 25lbs
- Teacher must be able to sit in chair for long intervals Required Documents All applicants are required to submit a completed application, cover letter, and resume.
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance