Special Education Teacher

Position

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified special education teacher to work in a multiage resource program. This teacher of students eligible for special education services will be able to develop and sustain academic‑focused instruction for his/her students. The teacher will identify and implement best practices in instruction and student achievement. The job requires a wide knowledge of intervention and classroom management techniques and the ability to effectively use a variety of teaching methods and materials applicable to the student's disability.

It is expected the teacher has the ability to effectively use a variety of teaching methods and materials applicable to students with disabilities.

Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre‑K – post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil.

• Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage:
  • The district’s contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
  • Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
  • Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
  • Optional “cash in lieu” of medical insurance for those who qualify.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees.
• Long‑term disability coverage:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members:
  • Completely confidential, short‑term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee.
• Longevity pay.
• Paid “act of God” days, such as snow days.

Additionally, the children of employees living outside the district’s attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice.

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the area of special education
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with endorsement in a special education area
• Applicants who are able to be temporarily approved will be considered if enrolled in a university training program and demonstrates commitment to securing full certification as soon as possible
• A passionate commitment to improving learning for all students
• Demonstrated positive interpersonal relationships
• Skills in individualizing instruction
• Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders
• Superior verbal and written communication skills

• Exhibits a commitment to the District’s Shared Vision and Collective Commitments
• Creates a welcoming and positive classroom climate and culture
• Provides effective individualized instruction that is based on established learning theory and the elements of effective instruction and the student’s IEP
• Uses appropriate motivational and classroom/behavior management for cognitively impaired students
• Communicates progress towards goals and objectives to students, parents, and counselors, as appropriate
• Provides classroom instruction in the following skill areas: essential elements, activities of daily living, social/emotional development, leisure time, personal adjustment, and work skills
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve an effective learning atmosphere in the classroom
• Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares necessary documentation to report student growth and achievement
• Integrates the school improvement goals into the classroom
• Maintains student classroom records using current district technology and expectations
• Identifies student needs and collaborates with…