State Street Academy is hiring a full time Special Education Teacher to join the team. Must have Michigan Teacher Certification and endorsement.

State Street Academy is a K-11 charter school located in Bay City, Michigan. Our mission is to encourage students to do their personal best by offering education in a safe and caring environment. The curriculum prepares students to solve problems both individually and collaboratively, using critical thinking skills and cultivated through comparative, interdisplinary study.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching and have experience working with children. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a safe and engaging learning environment, developing lesson plans, and assessing student progress.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher to join our team. The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for providing instruction and support to students with special needs, ensuring that they receive appropriate educational services and accommodations.

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties:

Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that meet the curriculum standards and cater to diverse learning styles.

Develop assessments and evaluate student performance through various methods, including tests, quizzes, projects, and presentations.

Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.

Deliver direct instruction to students in various settings, including one-on-one, small group, and co-taught classrooms, using evidence-based strategies tailored to students' learning profiles.

Provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities, including academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions.

Collaborate with general education teachers and other school staff to ensure that students with special needs are included in all aspects of school life.

Monitor and assess student progress, adjusting instruction and interventions as needed.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress and services provided.

Stay up-to-date on best practices and research related to special education and disabilities.

Participate in school activities, meetings, and events to contribute to the overall mission of the institution.

Maintain a safe and positive environment for all students

Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff

Regular and predictable attendance

Cognitive Demands:

Supervision of multiple students at once

Establishing routines and procedures

Maintaining a safe and orderly environment

Create and implement instructional plans

Participate in continuous professional development

Effective oral and written communication skills

Physical Demands:

Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25lbs

Stand and walk frequently

Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down/squat

Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year

Withstand a moderate noise level

Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary

Assist/lift students, as necessary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Special Education. Master's degree is a plus.

Valid teaching certification/license in Michigan for secondary education with an endorsement in Special Education

Experience working with

State Street Academy

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