Grosse Pointe Public Schools Hiring for ASD Categorical Classroom Teacher Job at Grosse Pointe, MI Full Time

We offer a competive salary based upon your experience and/or steps earned in previous districts.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
• SV endorsement preferred
• Must have current MI SpEd endorsement (any) and be willing to obtain SV endorsement if hired
• Significant experience
• Related academic endorsements preferred

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to implement and instruct established Grosse Pointe Curriculum
• Includes culturally diverse themes in lessons and instruction, including historical or other information as to cultures having significant impact on the world, nation or community.
• Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Assists in assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for improvement.
• Maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures.
• Provides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis.
• Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment.
• Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community.
• Ensures that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools.
• Assumes responsibility for meeting his/her course and school-wide student performance goals.
• Demonstrates gains in student performance.
• Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating.
• Crisis Prevention training preferred
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, sitting, standing, and climbing stairs.
• Prolonged periods sitting and working on the computer to complete necessary paperwork.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

Compensation:

Salary is based on the GPEA CBA, which may or may not recognize previous professional teaching experience. GPEA Members are also eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including health/dental/vision/life and long-term disability insurance. Membership in the Michigan Public Schools Employee Retirement System www.michigan.gov/ors. Additional information regarding employer sponsored health care plans can be found at: https://www.gpschools.org/Page/18976

Selection Procedure:

• Applications will be accepted until vacancy is filled
• The successful candidate must meet State standard for a clear criminal history and provide mandated fingerprint clearance.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $40,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Primary Special Education Teachers: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location