To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were written out in this job description.
GRPS MISSION: Our mission is to ensure that all scholars are educated, self-directed and productive members of society.

JOB SUMMARY

The special education teacher is responsible for planning instruction and adaption of the curriculum to accommodate scholars in the learning process. The special education teacher will function as the case manager for scholars with individualized education programs (IEPs) and oversees their compliance.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in education with endorsement in at least one area of special education (ASD, EI, CI, SLD, PI, HI, VI, TBI, etc.).
• Current appropriate Michigan special education teaching certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

• Experience teaching the International Baccalaureate curriculum.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated understanding of current research as to how children learn and the ability to motivate scholar to perform at their best.
• Demonstrated competency in the administration and interpretation of academic testing and development of behavior support plans.
• Ability to work in an economically, culturally, and racially diverse environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to differentiate instruction, by using a variety of styles, and inspire mixed culture and ability classes by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all scholars.
• Ability to participate as a member of the team.
• Ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT MAY INCLUDE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS. THIS LIST IS ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY AND IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE LISTING OF ALL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES PERFORMED BY EMPLOYEES IN THIS POSITION. REGULAR ON TIME AND IN PERSON ATTENDANCE IS AN ESSENTIAL FUNCTION OF THIS JOB. OTHER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Develop Individualized Education Program(s) for scholars based on evaluation data and research-based practices.
• Support scholar learning in the least restrictive environment
• Differentiate instruction to ensure scholar’s progress per the district’s Academic Plan
• Document scholar progress on goals and objectives, accommodations, service time, and discipline/suspensions (GRPS Discipline Tracking Record)
• Monitor and document provision of educational services for scholars on caseload with 10 or more days of suspension.
• Collaborate with all service providers, general education teachers and other staff to assist in providing support and documentation for the implementation and review of existing evaluation data (REED) process.
• Provide support to general education classroom teachers.
• Develop implement and evaluate the effectiveness of behavior support plans.
• Participate in special education/building/district meetings as directed by the special education supervisor.
• Log and maintain monthly Service Capture reporting requirements for Medicaid Billing
• Maintain an electronic log to document scholars’ goals and objectives, accommodations, and other IEP related services.
• Participate and support implementation of interventions in the Response to Intervention (RtI) and Scholar Success Team process as appropriate per building principal and/or special education supervisor.
• Participate in implementation of positive behavior support initiative (PBIS) building initiatives.
• Integrate technology use in the classroom.

OTHER DUTIES

• Display physical, social, mental, and emotional soundness in order to execute the duties of job.
• Serve as a role model for all scholars and within school community.
• Interact with co-workers, administration, scholars, parents and the community in positive, supportive and cooperative ways.
• Encourage the team spirit and contribute as a team member in the decision-making processes of the school as facilitated by the building administrator.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Contribute to extra-curricular activities and school programs, including recess duty as requested.
• Maintain and promote school district goals and objectives.
• Comply with state, federal and District policies, procedures, rules, and the union contract.
• Regular and on-time attendance is required.
• Other duties as assigned.