Special Education Teacher
About The Position
Special Education Teacher at Learn4Life Pontiac, a full-time position focused on providing a SAFE educational environment for students to achieve their high school diplomas. The role emphasizes personalized learning and one-on-one attention, with students benefiting from teacher mentors. Learn4Life's personalized learning model centers students, unifying staff and prioritizing outcomes. The position involves teaching in a personalized instructional environment, collaborating with students and parents on academic plans, and managing services according to Individual Education Plans (IEPs). This role reports to the Principal or designee.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Special Education is required
- English Language and Autism Authorizations
- Eligibility to obtain a teaching permit or teaching internship
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, in addition to a variety of educational software programs
- Profficient level of skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other Educational Technology applications
- Ability to travel in performance of job duties is required
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working with exceptional learners strongly recommended
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize and implement daily lessons in accordance with the approved curriculum
- Conduct pre-testing and post-testing using standardized tests for each student
- As a part of a team, write and implement goals as outlined in each student's IEP
- Responsible to manage a student’s behavior
- Demonstrate competency in all subject areas
- Participate in the identification of students with possible disabilities post intervention phase
- Provide direct student instruction
- Provide academic assessments
- Schedule and chair IEP meetings including 30-day review IEP meetings for all students
- Meet special education timeline requirements as specified by education code
- Collaborate with general education teachers
- Work with Special Education Program Specialists and school support staff to support student instruction
- Participate in authorized school district trainings, school events, and meetings
- Maintain documentation of communications with students, families, and other services providers.
- Maintain documentation of daily activities.
- Complete reports and forms as required
- Perform administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Sign-On Bonus available for eligible candidates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
