Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate with an Early Childhood (ZA) Endorsement (prefer ZS Endorsement) and meet state requirements in the area of certification (LD, EI or CI endorsement preferred)
Must meet criteria for "highly qualified" status under No Child Left Behind Act
At least two years of ECSE teaching experience

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Must follow district and state curricula and assessment requirements
Must have satisfactory rating in most recent performance evaluation (formal or informal)
Knowledge of current curriculum trends and ability to write and develop new curricular direction in varied subject areas
Input/participation in building and district committee structure to develop new curricular guidelines for all ages
Commitment to work effectively with fellow staff members, including co-teaching/teaming delivery of service
Recent elementary special education teaching experience required
Complete and submit all required paperwork, i.e., IEP's, progress reports, Medicaid billings, behavior intervention plans, etc.
Prefer experience with TS Gold and Conscious Discipline
Knowledge of technology as instruction tools or willingness to become knowledgeable through independent training as soon as possible and commitment to use same regularly to enhance instruction effectiveness
Knowledge of, and ability to implement cooperative learning strategies on a regular basis
Knowledge of an ability to implement higher order thinking skill development on a regular basis
Knowledge of and ability to direct paraprofessional supports
Desire to develop an interdisciplinary approach to delivering instructional outcomes
Follow and implement all Board of Education policies, administrative guidelines, and building regulations

Deadline to apply: Until Filled