Reports to: Principal/Superintendent; Vice Principal; Special Education Coordinator
Job Summary:
Henry Ford Academy is seeking a High School Special Education Teacher. In this role, you will facilitate
engaging, immersive learning experiences for students of diverse backgrounds and proficiency levels. The
teacher is responsible for providing high-quality instruction that promotes student achievement, critical
thinking, and college and career readiness. The teacher develops engaging lesson plans aligned with state
standards, monitors student progress, and collaborates with staff, families, and the school community to
support student success.
Key Responsibilities
Instruction/Curriculum/Assessment
➢ Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives
contained within each student’s IEP
➢ Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to
instructional techniques
➢ Employs various teaching techniques, strategies, methods and principles of learning to enable students
to meet their IEP goals
➢ Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to
include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and
objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals
➢ Works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and
strategies
➢ Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate
sources including technology and/or assistive technology
➢ Serves as primary contact for the parent
➢ Conducts special education evaluations and reevaluations
➢ Provides direction, supervision and evaluation of educational assistants as directed
➢ Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility,
cooperation and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures
➢ Collaborates and consults with educational professionals and community service providers (i.e., social
services, public health, medical providers etc.) regarding the needs of students
➢ Provides consultation to classroom teachers regarding classroom accommodations, instructional
modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior modification plans and other similar instructional
interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities
Classroom Management
➢ Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, and productive classroom environment.
➢ Implement school policies, procedures, and student discipline expectations consistently.
➢ Foster positive relationships with students that support academic and social-emotional growth.
➢ Promote student engagement, responsibility, and accountability.
Communication and Collaboration
➢ Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
➢ Collaborate with colleagues, counselors, administrators, and support staff to meet student needs.
➢ Participate in parent-teacher conferences, staff meetings, and school events.
