Special Education Teacher - Great Lakes Learning Academy

Connections Academy•East Lansing, MI

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Great Lakes Learning Academy is authorized by Central Michigan University and operated by Great Lakes Learning Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Education, LLC. The school is governed by an independent board of directors. The Special Education Teacher will virtually manage instructional programs for students with special needs, working from an office in East Lansing, Michigan, or a home office. Through the use of the telephone, Internet, and various curriculum tools, they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure successful completion of instructional programs. The role involves participating in all steps of the IEP process, collaborating with other teachers and district professionals to ensure program success and compliance with regulations, and utilizing technology for virtual instruction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or related Education Field
Valid Michigan Teaching Certification with full approval or endorsement in at least one area of special education from Michigan Department of Education, Office of Special Education (MDE, OSE)
Must meet all continuing education requirements as defined by MDE
Expertise in special education law and compliance
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Customer focused approach
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
Technologically proficient (especially with Microsoft Office products)
Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.

Responsibilities

Manage and provide instructional guidance, virtual teaching and general strategies for a caseload of students
Develop, write and help implement IEPs and 504 plans
Evaluate tests and assessments, complete report cards and conduct parent conferences
Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with special needs to ensure that their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion
Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with specific needs and potential learning issues
Provide direct services to students including services delivered through web-conferencing software, as needed
Schedule, organize and conduct IEP related meetings in a virtual environment, as needed
Participate in the school’s Student Support Team; help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all students
Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process
Assist with locating service providers for students needing related services as mandated by their IEPs
Assist with negotiating and executing contracts with service providers for students requiring such services
Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school’s Learning Management System and special education software
Assist with administering state testing and coordinate the special adaptations that are required based on the IEP
Other duties as assigned