Long Term Special Education Substitute Teacher

About the role

Greenspire School, located in Traverse City, is hiring a Long Term Special Education Substitute Teacher. Must have teacher certification and endorsement. The Greenspire School offers a unique educational program for high school students based on purposeful connections between individuals, communities, and the environment for grades 6th–12th. Under the direction of the Head of School, the Teacher will plan and deliver course instruction for high school students and collaborate with other instructors to design project-based learning units that connect to multiple disciplines and/or real-world issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that meet curriculum standards and cater to diverse learning styles.
• Develop assessments and evaluate student performance through tests, quizzes, projects, and presentations.
• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
• Deliver direct instruction to students in one-on-one, small group, and co-taught classrooms using evidence-based strategies tailored to students’ learning profiles.
• Provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities, including academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and other school staff to ensure students with special needs are included in all aspects of school life.
• Monitor and assess student progress, adjusting instruction and interventions as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress and services provided.
• Stay current on best practices and research related to special education and disabilities.
• Participate in school activities, meetings, and events to contribute to the overall mission of the institution.
• Maintain a safe and positive environment for all students.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff.

Cognitive Demands

• Supervision of multiple students at once.
• Establishing routines and procedures.
• Maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
• Create and implement instructional plans.
• Participate in continuous professional development.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Stand and walk frequently.
• Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down/squat.
• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year.
• Withstand a moderate noise level.
• Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary.
• Assist/lift students, as necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education; a master’s degree is a plus.
• Valid teaching certification/license in Michigan for secondary education with an endorsement in Special Education.
• Experience working with students with disabilities, including experience developing and implementing IEPs.
• Strong knowledge of best practices and research related to special education and disabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in planning and assessing educational activities.