Henry Ford Academy Special Education Teacher

Henry Ford - Dearborn, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Dearborn, MI

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Licensed Special Education Teacher at Henry Ford Academy plays a crucial role in developing and providing specialized instruction tailored to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. Under the guidance of the Building Principal, Assistant Principal, and Special Education Coordinator, the teacher is responsible for evaluating and assessing student progress against instructional objectives while adhering to state-mandated due process procedures. This position also functions as the IEP Caseload Manager for assigned students, ensuring that each student's Individualized Educational Program (IEP) is effectively implemented and monitored. The teacher will provide research-based specialized instruction that aligns with the instructional goals and objectives outlined in each student's IEP. This includes assessing student progress to determine the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques. The teacher will employ various teaching strategies and methods to enable students to achieve their IEP goals, developing and implementing annual IEP plans that detail present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals, and the required special education and related services. Collaboration is key in this role, as the teacher will work closely with child study team members and other educational professionals to develop instructional goals and strategies. The teacher will coordinate the delivery of special education services as specified in each student's IEP and create a positive learning environment that emphasizes individualized instruction, utilizing appropriate resources, including technology and assistive technology. Additionally, the teacher will serve as the primary contact for parents, conduct special education evaluations and reevaluations, and provide direction and supervision to educational assistants as needed. Compliance with Henry Ford Board of Directors policies and all state and federal regulations is essential, along with completing all district and state reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP
• Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques
• Employs various teaching techniques, strategies, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals
• Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students
• Works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies
• Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP
• Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources including technology and/or assistive technology
• Serves as primary contact for the parent
• Conducts special education evaluations and reevaluations
• Provides direction, supervision and evaluation of educational assistants as directed
• Complies with Henry Ford Board of Directors policies and all state/federal rules and regulations
• Completes all district and state reporting requirements
• Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, school premises or during school activities
• Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect
• Collaborates and consults with educational professionals and community service providers regarding the needs of students
• Provides consultation to classroom teachers regarding classroom accommodations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior modification plans and other similar instructional interventions

Requirements

• Minimum B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution in the appropriate special education area
• Current State of Michigan teaching license in required content area
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and endorsed/specialty area
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities
• Thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior
• Ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written reports
• Ability to effectively analyze needs and problems objectively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public
• Knowledge of relevant technology including the use of technology such as laptops, chromebooks, i-pads to individualize instruction
• Knowledge and skills in working with children with various disabilities
• Must have proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis