Teacher, Special Education - Emotional Impairment

Midland Public Schools•Midland, MI

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About The Position

Instruct students in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible citizens. Come join Midland Public Schools! The District is uniquely linked to and intertwined with the surrounding community and boasts a strong tradition and expectation of exceptional academics. Midland Public Schools holds a high concentration of STEM-degreed individuals and readily offers business needs for strong-skilled trades. The district is located adjacent to the world headquarters of Dow Chemical as well as large employers, such as MyMichigan Health, Dupont, and Corteva. Midland provides big-city amenities with a small-town feel and is the home to Midland Center for the Arts, Greater Midland Community Center, Great Lakes Loons/Dow Diamond, Dow Gardens and the Whiting Forest home of the 1,400-foot-long canopy walk, soaring up to 40 feet above the ground. Please visit the Midland Public Schools website for more information along the Midland Awaits video where you'll learn more about why Midland is the perfect place for you!

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent
Must possess valid teaching certification with appropriate endorsement for subject area.
Properly Placed (previously HQ) with required endorsements as determined by district assignment
Additional education/training in specific area may be required depending on assignment
Ability to withstand the physical and mental rigors of teaching
Demonstrated Technical Skills
Computer knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office and Google Suite, and other basic computer skills
Familiarity with student information systems
Possess computer competency and familiarity with emerging technologies
Possess well-developed problem-solving skills
Possess sound, independent judgment, including handling of confidential matters
Possess working knowledge of best practice strategies; able to make research-based decisions
Ability to collect and analyze data to assess student achievement
Ability to provide differentiated instruction for students
Ability to communicate effectively with parents, staff members, and students, verbally and in writing
Ability to provide and maintain an orderly classroom environment
Pass background check
Working knowledge of IEP and Special Education documentations
Ability to manage special education caseload, including conducting IEPT meetings
Ability to complete IEP forms and monitor compliance in accordance with IDEA and MARSE rules
Ability to collect and analyze data to assess student achievement
Ability to provide differentiated instruction for students and make accommodations based on individual student data
Ability to identify and incorporate strategic and intensive interventions as dictated by individual student data
Ability to work with special needs students in an inclusive setting
Fine motor skills and ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted, to assist with student behavior management, to ensure student safety, and to lift and move equipment and supplies
Able to stand or sit for long periods of time (up to entire shift as tasks require), as well as stoop, squat, bend, crouch, reach, kneel, and climb stairs frequently during the shift
Able to ride in a vehicle, as necessary (e.g., training on occasion)
Able to work indoors and outdoors during all seasons/weather/temperatures as permitted

Responsibilities

Successfully complete district assigned trainings, per established deadlines - job specific training will be provided as available
Organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
Maintain an organized environment
Work independently as well as with a team
Maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality with regard to all district related matters and records
Teach district approved curriculum
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
Administer and develop subject specific assessments for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans
Advise parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations, student's achievements, developing methods for improvement, and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment
Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day, as needed
Assess student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents, and administration
Collaborate with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan
Demonstrate and differentiate methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements and results in student growth
Instruct students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study
Manage student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment
Monitor students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, school grounds, hallways, restrooms, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment
Participate in a variety of meetings and professional development activities for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required resulting in optimum performance
Prepare a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, lesson plans following scope and sequence correspondence with parents and students, examinations and quizzes, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
Use various tools to assess the growth and achievement of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required
Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keep appropriate hard copy and web-based records, and prepare progress/grade reports
Accommodate the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required
Participate in co-teaching situations with a special education teacher, as assigned
Support other classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans
Direct student teachers, support staff, and/or volunteers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students
Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Report incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, zero tolerance offenses etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to state law and board policies
Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution
Respond in a timely manner to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, students, central office staff, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction
Predictable, reliable attendance
Communicate effectively via district-assigned email on a daily basis as determined by supervisor
Accurately complete absence reporting via tracking system, per assigned deadlines
Consistent and reliable performance of job responsibilities
Perform additional responsibilities related to at-risk populations as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent
Perform other job responsibilities deemed appropriate by the building administrator and/or Superintendent