Special Education Teacher
About the role
The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in Lansing, MI. We are unique due to the variety of educational options available to families and staff.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate passion for and expertise of working with students with special education needs
- Support students in reaching their IEP goals
- Document progress towards IEP goals & support the development of new goals as necessary
- Provide world-class instruction in math, literacy, social studies, and science to students on your caseload while working alongside general education teachers
- Use data to guide and effectively differentiate instruction
- Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions
- Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment
Requirements
- Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, Previous experience working with students with special education needs, Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values
- Preferred Qualifications: Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a special education endorsement, Previous teaching experience in an urban setting, Training in CRPBIS, CPI, and other related instructional methodologies
Qualifications
Passion for and expertise of working with students with special education needs, Previous experience working with students with special education needs, Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values, Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a special education endorsement, Previous teaching experience in an urban setting, Training in CRPBIS, CPI, and other related instructional methodologies
Skills
Passion for and expertise of working with students with special education needs, Previous experience working with students with special education needs, Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values, Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a special education endorsement, Previous teaching experience in an urban setting, Training in CRPBIS, CPI, and other related instructional methodologies
Benefits
The Lansing School District offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Pay
The Lansing School District provides a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Schedule
The Lansing School District offers a flexible schedule that accommodates the needs of both the teacher and the district.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Lansing School District is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation.