GSRP Special Education Teacher
On-siteSouthfield, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Monitor IEPs in accordance with federal, state, and district standards while ensuring timeline compliance for your caseload. Analyze assessment results and special education data with the team to drive instruction and inform student-level decisions. Support general education teachers and administrators by implementing accommodations and modifications for students with IEPs. Develop behavior management techniques and collaborate with school leaders regarding student discipline and Manifestation Determination Review meetings. Facilitate positive rapport with Oakland Schools and address parent concerns through regular communication with the Special Education Supervisor. Train staff on special education systems such as MIPSE and lead high-quality professional development on best practices. Address Section 504 questions from building level coordinators and assume other responsibilities assigned by the School Leader. This part-time role (12 hours/week) is split across Bradford Academy, Dove Academy, and Four Corners Montessori Academy in Southfield, Detroit, and Madison Heights, MI.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Michigan teaching certificate with ZA/ZS and Special Education endorsements
- Bachelor's degree
- Actively working or willingness to actively work through an alternative pathway, which includes passing the MTTC test(s) for endorsements in appropriate grade and subject levels
- Ability to use technology as an instructional tool in the classroom, as a means of analyzing academic achievement data and as a tool to aid effective communications
- Exemplary work habits verified by reference check
- Thorough understanding of policies, laws, and guidelines related to special education including IDEA, IEP
Desired Qualifications
- An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels
- A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students
- A love for building relationships and being on a collaborative team
- The willingness to be a humble change agent
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of and skills working with students of all backgrounds
- Two years of teaching experience
- Master's Degree in Special Education
- Demonstrated competence as a teacher in all areas of focus
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary
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