Position Type: Special Education

Date Posted: 4/23/2024

Location: Special Education K-12 and TOTE

Closing Date: Till Filled

District: Woodhaven-Brownstown School District April 23, 2024

JOB TITLE: EARLY ON SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - (2 open positions) TOTE PROGRAM

JOB SUMMARY: Working in homes and developmental playroom settings with young children with special needs (0-3 years of age), professionals, paraprofessionals, families, and community agencies. Programming for young children with special needs and working in a "team" situation. Preference will be given to the candidate who has experience in this job scope and has also worked with young children with special needs and their families.

MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Michigan teaching certificate ZA and ZS endorsement required; an additional Bachelor's degree. Michigan teaching certificate with an endorsement in at least one area of special education. Must be endorsed in Early Childhood and Special Education Valid Michigan driver's license. Reliable transportation to perform home visits. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (May include but not be limited to): Self-direction and ability to work effectively in a variety of settings. Special sensitivity to the need for and ability to provide for early education for the families of children with special needs. Demonstrate confidentiality, tact, and similar qualities necessary in meeting and dealing effectively with others, not only within the confines of the program but also with parents and community people. Develop home programs for children with special needs (0-3 years of age) in all areas of development. Ability to make home visits in order to assist families in working effectively with their children with special needs. Direct small group opportunities for children with special needs (0-3 years of age) and families in mini-workshops, developmental playroom, and parent groups. Support families in seeking and utilizing community resources for their children. Assist in on-going evaluation of the effectiveness of programming. Assess infants and children with special needs, interpret results, and develop appropriate evaluation reports. Develop and coordinate parent group activities. Ability to adapt to a variety of curriculum and programs. Ability to be flexible in difficult and unique situations. Ability to complete IEP, IFSP, and other reporting requirements in an accurate and timely manner. Ability to use technology for documentation and preparation of professional materials and to assist students.

Attachment(s): TOTE - Early On Special Education - 2024-2025 SY 04-23-2024.pdf