Special Education Teacher - Teaching Family Homes

SUMMARY:

The role of the Special Education Teacher is to design and provide specialized instruction in academic curricula, social competence, and independence for students with emotional/behavioral disabilities and challenges. The Special Education Teacher works collaboratively with the education team to develop/implement quality individualized educational programs (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans.

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with K-12 special education endorsement
• Experience and familiarity with development and implementation of IEPs
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement curriculum (academic and behavioral) for students
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a collaborative team member
• Demonstrated ability to individualize instruction to meet unique student needs
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in commonly used approaches for educating students at risk
• Demonstrated ability to implement behavior intervention strategies

• K-12 special education endorsement in Emotional Impairments (EI)
• Experience teaching students with significant behavioral health needs
• Experience implementing behavior intervention plans with fidelity
• Experience in utilizing using assessment and progress monitoring data to inform instruction and create individual student learning and behavior plans
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a collaborative team member
• Knowledge of and experience with the MTSS framework, positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), response to intervention (RTI), social-emotional learning (SEL), restorative practices, trauma-informed practices, and family engagement
• Strong interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills, classroom management and organizational skills

• Serve as and complete all responsibilities as Teacher of Record at Teaching Family Homes residential facility
• Instruct students in a classroom setting, in small groups, and on an individual basis in academic and nonacademic subjects to promote educational and social-emotional learning goals
• Deliver differentiated educational content in all subjects based on the academic levels of current students/residents (approximately 12-17 years of age)
• Organize and manage educational environment that incorporates students, classroom aides, and therapy providers
• Design, revise and maintain lesson plans and instructional activities developed from student IEP goals/objectives and that support the implementation of behavior intervention plans
• Monitor the progress and performance of students in class activities while adjusting educational programming to meet individual needs
• Coordinate and administer required testing, as well as high school equivalency testing when appropriate
• Proactively contribute as an interdisciplinary team member within the context of an Individualized Education Program (IEP), including development, planning, implementation, and follow-up
• Implement student IEPs utilizing teaching methods, materials and adaptations appropriate to meet individual student needs
• Collaborate with team members to report on student progress according to the established timelines
• Understand, develop and utilize basic behavioral management concepts/techniques and positive behavior support plans to meet the unique needs of each student
• Manage classroom maintaining order and discipline within the educational setting
• Demonstrate team leadership skills for all classroom staff and student service providers
• Act as liaison with school officials to coordinate with students’ home districts
• Facilitate online and blended learning opportunities for students
• Maintain strong lines of communication with TFH staff, itinerant service providers, and students’ home districts to provide the optimal program for each student
• Participate in staff meetings providing insights into the activities in the classroom and the students’ engagement
• Maintain up-to-date files, records, and documentation in compliance with state, federal, and administrative regulations
• Attend in-service and refresher courses to increase/update teaching skills and to remain current in professional…