Early Childcare Special Education Teacher

We are seeking a dedicatd and dynamic Early Childcare  Special Education Teacher. to join our team!QUALIFICATIONS:Master's degree in education or special education.Valid Michigan teaching certificate with endorsement in at least one area of Special EducationMinimum 3 years of prior experience teaching special needs to school aged children.Patience and compassion for students with special needs

Knowledge of current special education topics and methodologies

Ability to assess student abilities and develop instructional plans NATURE OF THE POSITION: As an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, you will use your skills and experience to foster a nurturing learning environment that encourages social, emotional, and intellectual growth for all students. Teaching students with disabilities, providing individualized instruction and support to help them succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. They work with students who may have physical, mental, emotional, or learning disabilities, and collaborate with parents, general education teachers, and other support staff to develop and implement (IEPs) RESPONSIBILITIES OF POSITION:AccountabilityDevelop compliant Individualized Education Plans (IEP) that promote measurable student growth

Implement IEPs, assess students' performance, and track individual student progress

Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students' progress and goals

Assess students' skills to determine their individual needs to develop IEPs and lessons

Develop and analyze effectiveness of positive behavior intervention and support plans representative of the student's communication, social skills, and sensory needs

Ensure accommodation and supports are in place for state and district assessments

Supervise state and district assessments as indicated per IEPsUse formative assessment data to adjust and modify instruction

Analyze progress reports to determine instructional effectiveness

Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs

Prepare students for transition to the next grade level

Manage classroom behavior and enforce rules and conduct standards CommunicationEffectively communicate student progress, in oral and written formats, with school, parent, and agency partners

Responsible for ensuring communication with staff, parents, and agency partners regarding meetings

CurriculumPlan, organize, and assign activities that support growth towards student's IEPDeliver instruction based upon differentiated curricular needs

Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one settings

PersonnelSupervise and mentor paraprofessionals who work within the classroom to support students with disabilities

PhilosophyFollow/support The Concord Creed as the core of the school culture and discipline plan

Help provide a safe, learning environment

SchedulingDevelop and manage the creation and implementation of the service schedule for students with IEPsParticipate in meetings, workshops, and seminars to convey and/or gather information required of the position

Other responsibilities as assigned.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Satisfactory criminal background check.