Special Education Teacher

Reports To: Building Level Principal

Employed By: Academy Board

Description:

Resource Room Special Education Teacher- Potentially high school students, grade level placement based on experience or preference. Current special education teachers are willing to change grade levels based on new hire's experinces.

Qualifications:

Responsible for teaching groups of students with mild or moderate disabilities. Will modify the existing curriculum on basic subjects to meet each student’s learning requirements and build individual lesson plans tailored to their specific needs. Discuss with parents and support staff about important matters that might impede students’ progress. Ultimately, helps and inspires children to achieve important learning milestones.

Valid Michigan teaching certification with endorsement in Learning Disabilities, Emotional Impairments, and/or Cognitive Impairment

Responsibilities:

Prepare for and participate in the IEP/REED process
Develop, implement, and monitor IEP for each student on their caseload
Analyze and use multiple data points including progress monitoring
Effectively plan and organize duties
Demonstrate consistent, effective management of student behavior
Maintain effective communication and relationships with students, parents, administrators, and school personnel.
Inform the supervisor and/or general ed. teacher of students’ progress and programmatic concerns
Maintain accurate and timely records
Comply with Medicaid billing procedures
Coordinate and conduct effective parent conferences
Demonstrate professional conduct and exhibit professional growth
Comply with school district policies and procedures
Effectively participate in meetings, committees, staffing meetings, and other required district and building activities
Regular and predictable attendance including on-time
Demonstrate competency with Illuminate and Power School (Preferred)

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field or holds a teaching certificate and is interested in obtaining a Special Education endorsement. The academy would provide funding for an alternative certification program.
State certification in Special Education
Experience working with students with a variety of disabilities, including but not limited to autism, learning disabilities, and emotional/behavioral disorders
Knowledge of special education laws and regulations
Strong communication and collaboration skills. Countryside has a strong Special Education team that collaborates to ensure the success of our students.
Ability to create and implement effective lesson plans that accommodate the unique needs of each student
Patience, flexibility, and a passion for working with students with special needs.

Benefits & Contract Agreements:

180 Contracted Days
- 10 paid personal/sick days
- 7.75 hours per 5 day week (7:15-3:30)
Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance or Stipend in lieu of Insurance
Short/Long Term Disability
MI Retirement Benefits
Yearly Tentative Staff Bonus
Longevity Pay (Beginning of the 5th year)
Salary Based on Experience

2024-2025 School Calendar