High School Special Education - ASD Teacher (26-27 School Year)

Caledonia Community School District•Caledonia, MI

18h

About The Position

Teachers are responsible for creating a positive learning climate with a focus on student growth and achievement. They employ a variety of instructional techniques and teaching strategies to meet the different learning styles and interests of students.

Requirements

EDUCATION: This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited teacher education program.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, OR REGISTRATIONS: State of Michigan Teaching Certification, Special Education Endorsement: SV
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledgeable teaching techniques that meet the diverse needs of students
Training in assessment and interpretation of the IEP process
Demonstrated skills using computers and technology throughout the learning process
Conflict management and resolution skills

Nice To Haves

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years experience in Special Education is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Apply knowledge and understanding of behavioral principles and strategies to successfully engage students on the Autism Spectrum in meaningful learning experiences
Plan and implement the district curriculum
Modify curriculum and accommodate student needs, as necessary, to ensure student success in general and special education settings
Use formative and summative district assessments
Develop and provide individualized instruction based on students’ IEP goals and transition-related needs
Model effective strategies to other staff to help individual students maintain satisfactory classwork, social interaction, and behavior; monitor implementation to ensure fidelity
Help facilitate a building Peer to Peer program; manage classroom peer supports
Implement Explicit Instructional Strategies
Work as a team with related service providers to ensure strong pedagogical practices
Complete Functional Behavioral Assessments and Implement Positive Behavioral Support Plans
Adapt instruction to meet the needs of all students
Sequence content at an appropriate pace
Use an appropriate level of questioning to promote understanding
Relate lesson content to prior learning and individual student goals
Appropriately recognize and reinforce individual student effort
Represent knowledge/information non-linguistically through a variety of methods
Organize students in cooperative or ability groups when appropriate
Require students to analyze and apply knowledge
Display enjoyment, humor, and enthusiasm for teaching and expect students to enjoy learning
Provide general education classroom push-in supports for complex students on the Autism Spectrum
Monitor students’ academic, social, behavioral, and transition progress in order to ensure the implementation of instructional best practices
Determine specific learning problems, skill deficiencies, or social adjustment difficulties of students and initiate remediation programs in these areas
Evaluate student progress based on observation, formative assessments, and summative assessments
Determine goals, objectives, and starting points for instruction
Complete special education paperwork in accordance with district, ISD, state, and federal guidelines
Demonstrate effective case management including coordination with parents, teaching staff and service providers
Establish strong classroom routines, procedures, and structure
Develop strong working relationships with paraeducators that ensures consistency among staff and student interactions
Implement strong engagement strategies
Develop and implement strategies to address both expected and unexpected behaviors
Develop and implement Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
Demonstrate effective organizational skills; have all materials, equipment, etc. ready for immediate use
Carry out smooth and effective transitions (e.g., from one activity to another, as students enter and leave the room)
Maximize time on purposeful instructional tasks
Establish a positive learning environment
Participate in ongoing professional growth
Participate in building and district-wide Special Education department teams
Participate in professional and/or community organizations or events
Complete routing assigned tasks and comply with District requirements
Follow District and building policies and procedures
Support of District goals
Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues, parents, and students
Conduct parent-teacher conferences under District policy
Report student progress to parents and students promptly
Regular and reliable attendance