Exceptional Student Education (ESE), Teacher of Early Childhood Special Education (ages 3-5)

Exceptional Student Education (ESE), Teacher of Early Childhood Special Education (ages 3-5) Position Title : Exceptional Student Education (ESE), Teacher of Early Childhood Special Education (ages 3-5) Location: Various School Locations Salary: DFT Salary Schedule ($55,000 - $94,000) Reports to: Principal/Designee Bargaining Unit: DFT Benefits Eligible: Yes DPSCD will offer a $15,000 retention/recruitment certification bonus to existing and new educators in these areas for the 2025-2026 school year. Teachers who teach in a designated assignment and hold the active endorsement for that assignment will be eligible. Telecommuting Eligibility: School-based. Not eligible for telecommuting. Position Summary : The ESE Teacher of Early Childhood will teach scholars a rigorous curriculum aligned with the State of Michigan Common Core guidelines and or Early Childhood Standards for Quality Education while upholding the mission, vision, and values of the Detroit Public Schools Community District. The ESE Teacher of Early Childhood will collaborate with families and other staff members to ensure academic success of students. The ESE Teacher of Early Childhood will instruct young students of varied disabilities while evaluating and monitoring student progress on a periodic basis. Minimum Qualifications : Possess a bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools or an equivalent agency. Must possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or Michigan Temporary Teaching Authorization (T2EA), with an endorsement in Special Education and Early Childhood (ZS). Essential Functions : Cooperate with teachers, parents, and community members. Enable field studies to improve classroom curriculum as per the needs of the students. Offer input and assist grade level, subject matter, and engage leader led conferences/professional developments. Develop parent and family involvement in school life and curriculum. Synthesize with colleagues on school activities to ensure academic success. Discuss with parents on student progress and academic achievements. Instruct rules of conduct and ensure classroom, campus, and uniform discipline policies. Counsel students during academic and adjustment problems by taking corrective measures to enhance student learning abilities. Handle attendance, progress reports and grade records. Plan study programs to meet students’ needs, interests, and abilities. Provide creative assessments and evaluate students’ progress on a periodic basis. Instruct students on proper use of equipment, materials, and textbooks. Maintain inventory of instructional materials, aids, and equipment. Maintain accurate complete student records and prepare reports. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. Security Clearance : Internal Applicants. External Applicants: In alignment with Michigan law, if hired, required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check. DPSCD does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability and/or religion. Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at View phone number on click.appcast.io or detroitk12.org/compliance. DPSCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, citizenship, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr DPSCD Comp