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Special Education Teacher

Orchard View Schools
Full-time
On-site

LOCATION:             Cardinal Elementary

POSITION:               (1) Elementary Special Education Teacher 

QUALIFICATIONS:                       

  • Must possess a valid Michigan elementary teaching certificate and meet state requirements in the area of certification 
  • Must meet criteria for “highly qualified” status under No Child Left Behind Act

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Must follow district and state curricula and assessment requirements
  • Must have effective rating in most recent performance evaluation (formal or informal)
  • Knowledge of current curriculum trends and ability to write and develop new curricular direction in varied subject areas
  • Input/participation in building and district committee structure to develop new curricular guidelines for all ages
  • Commitment to work effectively with fellow staff members
  • Recent teaching experience desirable
  • Knowledge of technology as instruction tools or willingness to become knowledgeable through independent training as soon as possible and commitment to use same regularly to enhance instruction effectiveness
  • Knowledge of, and ability to implement cooperative learning strategies and differentiated instruction on a regular basis 
  • Knowledge of an ability to implement higher order thinking skill development on a regular basis
  • Knowledge of and ability to regularly use the writing process and expository writing to enhance teaching and learning
  • Desire to develop an interdisciplinary approach to delivering instructional outcomes
  • Follow and implement all Board of Education policies, administrative guidelines, and building regulations
  • Willingness to perform other duties as necessary and/or directed by the principal and/or special education administrator

APPLICATION DEADLINE:        September 3rd, 2024 by 12:00PM

APPLY TO:                                 http://orchardview.org/employment/