Engadine Consolidated Schools is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher for grades 7-12 for immediate hire. Preference will be given to candidates holding multiple certifications and endorsements in other subject areas (K-12), with particular Special Education endorsements of SA, SB, SC, SE, SK, SL, SM or SV.
TITLE: Special Education Teacher, K-12
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
JOB FUNCTION: The teacher shall serve as the educational leader in his/her classroom.
DISTRICT DESCRIPTION: Engadine Consolidated Schools is located in western Mackinac County in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, approximately 40 minutes east of Manistique, 20 minutes southest of Curtis, 45 minutes west of St. Ignace and 20 minutes south of Newberry. We are a small school district with a K-12 population of approximately 260 students, comprising the communities of Engadine, Gould City, Naubinway, Epoufette and Rexton areas and bordered by beautiful Lake Michigan on the south, farming country with a sizable Amish population to the north and numerous forests, lakes and countryside. The famed Hiawatha Sportsman Club is located centrally within our district. ECS is a tight knit community with an excellent teaching and support staff and we are looking for energetic individuals to join our team. Average class sizes range from 20-25 students. A comprehensive medical, vision and dental plan, plus retirement benefits, are offered.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
Develop schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with the district provided curriculum. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
Establish a classroom structure that values positive relationships through intentional implementation of the district curriculum.
Support non-academic needs, through the student support network district system, of all students in order to remove barriers that interfere with academic success.
Provide appropriate/timely feedback on work.
Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.
Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
Prepare required reports on students and activities.
Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs using the Communications Protocol.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
Prepare classroom for class activities.
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development.
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Education – Special Education K-12
Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
Valid state licensing to meet Highly Qualified requirements
Preferred: Previous classroom teaching experience in a comparable district
Position is posted and available, until filled. Please include cover letter, resume, references and any additional credentials.
Interested candidates may apply online or by email directly to Mr. Andrew Alvesteffer, Superintendent at aalvesteffer-ecs@eupschools.org