26-27 Special Education Educator

Qualified candidates must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and an appropriate State of Michigan teaching certificate with at least one of the following endorsements: Autism (SV), Cognitive Impairment (SA), Emotional Impairment (SE), or Learning Disability (SM).

Responsibilities

• Use creative instructional strategies along with best practices for classroom teaching to promote interactive learning and student engagement through technology, literature, and writing.
• Plan, organize, and provide instruction to students in both individual and small groups within a resource/inclusion room environment.
• Design and implement effective instruction.
• Maintain appropriate and accurate records.
• Adapt general education, special curriculum, support materials, and instruction strategies to meet individual student learning styles.
• Serve in a consultative capacity with individuals and groups, including teachers, parents, and students.
• Coordinate and attend MET and IEPT meetings for students assigned to your caseload.

Requirements

• Knowledge of disabilities and their educational implications.
• Working knowledge of special education state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Demonstrate mental/physical ability and stamina for the requirements of the position.
• Adept with technology and ready to consider emergent techniques to enhance student achievement.

This position reports to the Building Principal & Special Education Director.