Special Education Resource Teacher

Special Education Resource Teacher

Location:

Fruitport Middle School

Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate (or be eligible to apply for one with an out-of-state certification) and meet state requirements for at least one special education endorsement (LD, EI, CI, or ASD endorsement preferred).

Responsibilities:

• Must follow district and state curricula and assessment requirements.
• Knowledge of current curriculum trends in elementary and special education and ability to write and develop new curricular directions in the subject area.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with grade level/department/interdisciplinary teams, etc.
• Knowledge and ability to develop and use progress monitoring data to inform instructional practices.
• Knowledge of and commitment to regularly use technology as an instructional tool to enhance teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of and ability to implement on a regular basis cooperative learning strategies and flexible grouping strategies.
• Develop functional behavior assessments and implement positive behavior support plans.
• Knowledge of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS).
• Demonstrate ability to develop an interdisciplinary approach to delivering instructional outcomes.
• Input/active participation in building and district committee structure to develop new curricular guidelines for all areas.
• Complete and submit all required paperwork, i.e., IEP's, transition plans, Medicaid billings, behavior intervention plans, etc. utilizing district provided programs.
• Follow and implement all Board of Education policies, administrative guidelines and building regulations.
• Willing to perform other duties as necessary and/or directed by the principal and/or special education administrator.

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position may do so by emailing a letter of interest to ESU Special Education Director, Olivia Zienert.

External candidates may apply online by clicking on the Employment link under the Department tab on our district website at

Fruitport Community Schools | 3255 East Pontaluna Rd. | Fruitport, MI 49415 |

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment.