SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - LOCAL BASED Elementary

Monroe County Intermediate School District -
Monroe County, MI

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Staff supervision
Team supervision
Teaching Certification
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
School staff supervision
Special Education Certification

Full Job Description

Monroe County Intermediate School District

1101 S. Raisinville Road

Monroe, Michigan 48161-9047

Preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s world. www.monroeisd.us

POSITION POSTING #4917

Posting Date: June 11, 2024

Position Title: Special Education Teacher – Local-Based – Elementary

Location: Eyler Elementary

Reports To: Special Education Program Supervisor/Regional Director

Salary/Benefits: According to Master Agreement with the MCIEA:

Available: August 14, 2024. Full-time, school year position

Schedule: 8:10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday - Friday

Work schedule based on district calendar

FLSA Status: Exempt

Closing Date: Until Filled

Job Summary:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or

ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties:

Develop and implement individualized and whole group instruction programs.
Provide ongoing and periodic evaluations of student's progress and make

recommendations concerning curriculum areas to be emphasized and required
accommodations.

Develop and maintain an appropriate relationship with parents and inform them of

student's progress.

Maintain a safe and orderly environment, which may include monitoring specific health

concerns of students in the classroom and teach acceptable social behavior.

Plan curriculum, lessons, behavior plans and special education programs and teaching

methods.

Align goals and objectives from individual students to meet the needs of all students.
Use data-based decision making to problem solve challenging situations.
Evaluate student progress based on observations, data, and assessments, determine

goals, objectives and directions.

The Monroe County Intermediate School District does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
express, disability, age, height, weight, marital status or familial status in its programs, activities or in employment. The following person has been designated to handle
inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Eric Feldman, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Legal Counsel, 1101 S. Raisinville Road, Monroe
Michigan 48161; Telephone: 734.322.2640.

Job Description Continued

Prepare report cards, educational records, IEP procedures, data collection, behavior

plans, classroom observation records and other forms.

Develop and maintain an appropriate relationship with parents and inform them of

student's progress.

Maintain an appropriate record-keeping system.
Use technology to track student progress, prepare written reports, implement IEPs, and

record progress.

Attend staff and district meetings and trainings as required.
Monitor student progress in the school environment including academic achievement

and behaviors.

Provide supervision and direction to teacher aide. Organize and plan activities for

teacher aide.

Participate in extracurricular activities that are a part of the total educational experience

for all children.

Conduct IEPs and MET meetings when appropriate.
Coordinate and collaborate with other staff for services.
Participate in school committees designed to improve/enhance the overall program.
Participate in physical management of students.
Transport students on occasion using district vehicle.
Must have valid driver's license and reliable, daily transportation.
Maintain regular, predictable in-person attendance.
Follow work rules.
Adhere to MCISD Guidelines and Policies.
Assume other duties as assigned by the program supervisor/regional director.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree minimum and valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Special

Education endorsement.

Must demonstrate content knowledge by taking and passing the Elementary Education

#83 or #103 MTTC or similar out-of-state multi-subject state exam.

EXPERIENCE:

One-year classroom teaching experience preferred.
Experience with behavior disorders preferred.
Experience in supervision and/or direction of non-certified personnel required.
Experience handling student with challenging behaviors.
Experience in teaching social skills.

SKILLS/OTHER:

Ability to apply current research and theory to instruction.
Ability to work with individuals and groups.
Ability to work in team environment.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

Job Description Continued

Demonstrated understanding of and initiative to work with students, staff, and parents.
Ability and knowledge of technology, such as SmartBoard, applications, Microsoft Office

Suite.

Knowledge of special education law.

Criminal History Check: Upon hire, employees of the Monroe County Intermediate School

District are fingerprinted for a Michigan and FBI criminal history

check. The processing fee of $43.25 is the responsibility of the

applicant.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here 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.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently walking and standing.

The employee may frequently bend or twist at the neck and back while performing the

duties of this job. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision and

close vision such as reading typewritten material. The employee may occasionally lift up

to 50 pounds such as student equipment and wheelchairs. The employee will be required

to physically manage students.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an

employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities for perform the

essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is

frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly

responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students.

Application Procedure: All interested applicants (internal and external) apply by clicking

on the following link:

Contact Information: Monroe County Intermediate School District
Human Resources and Legal Department
1101 South Raisinville Road
Monroe, Michigan 48161
(734) 322-2642 (Application Assistance)
(734) 322-2640 (Questions about Postings)

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