Special Education Teacher - Lighthouse Connections Academy

Position Summary and Responsibilities

• Manage and provide instructional guidance, virtual teaching and general strategies for a caseload of students;
• Develop, write and help implement IEPs and 504 plans;
• Evaluate tests and assessments, complete report cards and conduct parent conferences;
• Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with special needs to ensure that their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion;
• Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with specific needs and potential learning issues;
• Provide direct services to students including services delivered through web-conferencing software, as needed;
• Schedule, organize and conduct IEP related meetings in a virtual environment, as needed;
• Participate in the school’s Student Support Team;
• Help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all students;
• Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process;
• Assist with locating service providers for students needing related services as mandated by their IEPs;
• Assist with negotiating and executing contracts with service providers for students requiring such services;
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school’s Learning Management System and special education software;
• Assist with administering state testing and coordinate the special adaptations that are required based on the IEP;
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or related Education Field;
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certification with full approval or endorsement in at least one area of special education from Michigan Department of Education, Office of Special Education (MDE, OSE);
• Must meet all continuing education requirements as defined by MDE;
• Expertise in special education law and compliance;
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;
• Customer focused approach;
• High degree of flexibility;
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment;
• Technologically proficient (especially with Microsoft Office products);
• Travel and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing is required throughout the school year, as determined by the school. This may require overnight travel;
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.