Virtual Special Education Teacher

Virtual Special Education Teacher

Hazel Park is seeking applicants for the position of Virtual Special Education Teacher serving students in grades K-12. This is a 10-month, full-time, virtual position. Reports to the Executive Director of Student Services.

Specific qualifications:

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with any Special Ed Endorsement
• Highly qualified in accordance with No Child Left Behind Guidelines
• Experience in providing instructional services to students with special needs virtually
• Ability to write, implement, and monitor IEPs
• Knowledge and/or understanding in consistent use of data to monitor student growth, inform instruction, and develop interventions
• Experience in differentiated instruction, Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports Systems, and individualized programming options for students
• Ability to integrate technology into the curriculum
• Superior communication skills in writing and speaking with all levels of management and staff
• Applicants must be able to show proof of a satisfactory criminal background check as defined by state standards

Responsibilities:

• Provide differentiated instruction to students on caseload
• Evaluate and monitor student growth, and develop targeted interventions
• Maintain contact with parents of caseload students
• Complete caseload monthly Medicaid Billing Plan and participate in MET and IEPT meetings when appropriate
• Consult, communicate, and collaborate with other professionals regarding specific students, educational plans and programs
• Adapt materials and activities according to students needs
• Maintain records in accordance with professional standards, federal and state guidelines, and school district policy
• Prioritize and schedule tasks
• Functional Curriculum for Moderate Cognitive Impaired students
• Work Base Learning and Community Base Instruction
• PBIS tiers of support
• Support systems for young adults with Autism
• Manage inventory of equipment, assessments, and supplies
• CPI Training preferred
• Direct and supervise the classroom paraprofessional
• Other duties as assigned by administrator

Compensation: $22.68/hr