SOUTH LAKE SCHOOLS
Job Description
South Lake Middle School and St. Joan of Arc Teacher Consultant
At South Lake Schools, we believe great schools are built through strong relationships. Together with our community, we create an engaging and nurturing environment where students thrive and staff feel valued, connected, and supported. Our small-school setting fosters meaningful collaboration and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on learners. Located along beautiful Lake St. Clair in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, our district offers a welcoming community with convenient access to the cultural attractions, dining, entertainment, and professional sports of Detroit, as well as the region’s scenic orchards, cider mills, and outdoor recreation, making South Lake Schools an exceptional place to live, work, and grow.
Minimum Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university.
- Michigan Teaching Certificate with any of the following endorsements: Learning Disabilities (SM), Emotional Impairment (SE), Cognitive Impairment (SA), or Autism Spectrum Disorders (SV).
- A Teacher Consultant Approval and/or at least three years of successful special education teaching experience in Michigan.
- Strong knowledge of IDEA, MARSE, and the IEP Process
- Creative, committed, energetic, and well-organized.
- Strong moral values, discipline, communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent or designee may find appropriate and acceptable.
Reports To: Principal, Director of Special Services
Performance Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide consultation, coaching, and technical assistance to teachers, administrators, parents/guardians, and support staff to improve academic, behavioral, and social-emotional outcomes for students.
- Participate in and facilitate Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET), Child Study, MTSS, IEP, and Section 504 processes, including data collection, analysis, intervention planning, eligibility determination, and progress monitoring.
- Conduct or support comprehensive evaluations of students suspected of having disabilities; prepare evaluation reports and contribute to eligibility recommendations and educational planning.
- Develop, implement, monitor, and review IEPs, NPSPs, accommodations, modifications, behavior intervention plans, health plans, and other individualized student support plans to ensure compliance and student success.
- Provide direct and indirect services to students as outlined in individualized plans, including specialized interventions, progress monitoring, and consultation with instructional staff.
- Use multiple sources of data to identify student needs, design interventions, evaluate effectiveness, and support data-driven decision making within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework.
- Facilitate Child Study and MTSS meetings, coordinate intervention planning, and collaborate with staff to address academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students.
- Collaborate with general education teachers, special education staff, related service providers, and administrators to ensure appropriate instructional supports and access to the general education curriculum.
- Provide professional learning, coaching, and support regarding evidence-based instructional practices, differentiated instruction, interventions, behavior supports, restorative practices, and special education requirements.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records, reports, service logs, progress monitoring data, Service Capture documentation, and compliance records in accordance with FERPA, MARSE, district policies, and state and federal requirements.
- Prepare and disseminate required progress reports and communicate student performance, services, and intervention outcomes to parents/guardians and staff.
- Develop, coordinate, and regularly update service schedules, intervention plans, and consultation supports in collaboration with teachers, administrators, and service providers.
- Serve as a resource and liaison among school personnel, families, community agencies, and outside providers to ensure coordinated support for students.
- Support students with disabilities in assigned educational settings, including intervention and support locations, and coordinate services as needed.
- Serve as the Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) Coordinator for College Board assessments and ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
- Demonstrate professional leadership, self-efficacy, ethical conduct, accountability for student outcomes, and advocacy for students and families.
- Engage in continuous professional learning, reflective practice, and the application of feedback to improve consultation, evaluation, and instructional support services.
- Support students with identified disabilities in the Other Work Location (OWL) Room at SLMS and communicates with the SLMS Building Principal and staff when the OWL Room is unavailable and/or when coverage is needed.
- Participate actively in district and building committees, professional development activities, school improvement initiatives, and required student support meetings.
- Foster positive relationships and communicate professionally and effectively with students, families, staff, administrators, and community stakeholders.
- Promote inclusive practices that support the whole child, recognizing the connection between academic achievement, behavior, mental health, and social-emotional well-being.
- Support problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts through critical thinking, collaborative decision-making, and innovative application of data and research-based practices.
- Enforce district policies, maintain professional standards, fulfill mandated reporting requirements, and help ensure safe, supportive learning environments for all students.
- Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the supervisor that are consistent with Teacher Consultant approval and Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE).
Employment Conditions:
- Employees shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout their employment with the District.
- Employees shall comply with all Board policies and applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including but not limited to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), applicable non-discrimination requirements, and related educational regulations.
- Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the supervisor that are consistent with Teacher Consultant approval and Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE).
ADA Requirements:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, physical demands, and work environment required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community members in person, in writing, and through electronic means.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret a variety of documents, data, and information.
- Ability to use standard office equipment and technology, including computers, communication systems, and data platforms.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the building and grounds for extended periods of time.
- Ability to observe, supervise, and evaluate students and staff in a variety of school settings, including classrooms, common areas, and large group environments.
- Ability to attend and supervise school events and meetings, including those occurring outside of the regular workday.
- Ability to respond appropriately and effectively in emergency or crisis situations, including implementation of safety and security procedures.
- Ability to lift and/or move light to moderate items, such as materials, supplies, or equipment, as needed.
- Ability to travel within and outside the district as required for meetings, professional development, and school-related activities.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Work is performed primarily in a school setting with a moderate noise level and frequent interruptions. The position may require flexibility in scheduling, including occasional evenings and weekends.
The Board of Education is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed or ancestry, sex, marital status, genetic information, height, weight, sexual orientation, disability or age. The School District prohibits harassment and other forms of discrimination whether occurring at school, on School District property, in a School District vehicle, or at any School District related activity or event. Furthermore, the Board is committed to equal employment opportunities and the prevention of discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, training, promotion and retention of staff. The Superintendent will designate compliance officers and develop and implement regulations for the reporting, investigation and resolution of complaints of discrimination or harassment. For additional information, contact the Director of Human Resources at 23101 Stadium Blvd., St. Clair Shores, MI 48080, (586) 435-1600.
Pay: $44,055.00 - $92,334.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Special Education Teaching : 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Teaching Certification (Required)
- Special Education Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
