Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Linked Professional Services•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Teacher – Early Childhood Special Education to provide specialized instruction and support to children ages three to five with developmental and learning needs. The teacher will develop and deliver individualized instruction designed to support students' academic, developmental, behavioral, social, communication, and functional needs. This is a long-term contract position with the potential to continue year after year, providing stability and continued work within a school environment.

Requirements

Michigan Teaching Certificate with appropriate certification in Special Education and Early Childhood (ZS)
T2EA certification accepted
Knowledge of special education and early childhood instructional strategies
Understanding of IEPs and individualized instruction
Ability to modify curriculum, activities, and instructional materials based on student needs
Ability to support academic, behavioral, social, communication, developmental, and functional growth
Classroom management and organizational skills
Communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work effectively with students, families, teachers, therapists, and administrators
Patient, flexible, and student-focused approach
Ability to create a safe, structured, supportive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children ages three to five preferred
Experience in early childhood special education preferred

Responsibilities

Provide specialized instruction to children ages three to five
Develop and implement individualized instructional strategies based on student needs
Follow and implement student IEPs and individualized educational goals
Adapt curriculum, activities, assignments, and instructional materials to support individual learning needs
Monitor and document student academic, developmental, behavioral, social, communication, and functional progress
Support students in developing communication, social, cognitive, motor, and independent living skills
Create a structured, safe, supportive, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment
Implement appropriate instructional and behavioral strategies
Collaborate with general education teachers, special education staff, therapists, administrators, and other support personnel
Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student progress and educational needs
Maintain accurate student records and required special education documentation
Participate in IEP meetings and other student support meetings as required
Provide individualized support based on students' abilities and developmental needs
Encourage student participation, independence, development, and growth
Follow school policies, procedures, and applicable special education and early childhood requirements