SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - LOCAL BASED Middle School

Special Education Teacher – Local-BasedTo 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 accommodation 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 students' progress and make recommendations concerning curriculum areas to be emphasized and required accommodation.Develop and maintain an appropriate relationship with parents and inform them of students' 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 expression, 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: Anya Lusk, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Legal Counsel, 1101 S. Raisinville Road, Monroe Michigan 48161; Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io.Job Description ContinuedPrepare 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 students' 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 paraprofessionals. Organize and plan activities for classroom paraprofessionals.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.The Monroe County Intermediate School District does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, 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: Anya Lusk, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Legal Counsel, 1101 S. Raisinville Road, Monroe Michigan 48161; Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io.Job Description ContinuedAbility 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 $42.00 is the responsibility of the applicant.Working Conditions: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 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.