GRADES 3-6 (1.0 FTE)

FOR THE 2025/2026 SCHOOL YEAR

Description: Brandywine Community Schools is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This position involves providing specialized instruction and case management to support students with disabilities who face significant academic and life skills challenges. The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), delivering targeted instruction, and ensuring that students' unique learning needs are met in a supportive and inclusive environment. Additionally, the teacher will oversee and coordinate the efforts of assigned paraprofessionals and support staff, ensuring consistent, high-quality services within the classroom.

Qualifications (Required):

Have a valid Michigan teaching certificate with special education endorsement in Cognitive Impairment (SA) or willingness to obtain CI endorsement Experience as a teacher of students with cognitive impairments preferred Pass a background check Duties and Responsibilities :

The Special Education Teacher shall have duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to the following: Conduct a classroom program for students with cognitive impairments. The curriculum may include: basic academic skills, as well as social skills, adaptive/life skills, and self regulation skills. Provide instruction and guidance to cognitively impaired students in all of the following areas: a. Self-help skills

b. Prevocational and vocational skill training

c. Recreation and leisure activities

d. Community-based awareness Teachers of this specialized program should possess a commitment to cognitive impaired programs and curriculum. Plan and implement lesson plans aligned to the goals and objectives reflected on the IEP following district curriculum and intervention resources. Communicate effectively and collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders. Implementation of classroom behavior management system that may include daily documentations of student's behavior. Work collaboratively with School Psychologists, School Social Workers, and other pertinent team members to promote student success and growth. Development and implementation of the IEP per Michigan Special Education rules, regulations, and timelines. Demonstrate effective interpersonal and teamwork skills that lend to problem-solving professionally and constructively. Prepares report cards, educational records, IEP progress reports, classroom observations, and other progress monitoring or documentation as required by the position. Maintain accurate attendance and records. Meet deadlines for data, reports, and paperwork as directed. Supervise, coach, and support paraprofessionals. Participate in paraprofessional evaluations as appropriate. Support personal care of students. Actively participate in school-wide events, staff meetings, in-services, and committees as appropriate. Ability to work independently. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the Special Education Teacher must be able to do the following: Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and crouching to support students at their level. May be required to administer medications to students (when trained). Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds (e.g., assisting students in mobility, redirecting behavior, or managing classroom materials). Assisting students with daily living tasks, such as hygiene, dressing, or sensory needs, if required. Sustaining a high-energy, engaging presence throughout the school day. Providing consistent classroom structure and support in an unpredictable environment. Writing, typing, and using technology for documentation and instruction. Manipulating instructional materials and assistive technology as needed. Engaging in physical activities with students, such as structured movement breaks. Remaining vigilant and responsive to environmental cues that may trigger student behaviors. Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Presence on the job is an employee's fundamental obligation. Perform other duties as assigned.

The qualified candidate can apply online at: Brandywine - Employment Opportunities

For inquiries only, contact

Mrs. Elise Sorensen, Director of Special Education

esorensen@brandywinebobcats.org

POSITION POSTED UNTIL FILLED

Strategic Plan

Nondiscrimination Clause

Brandywine Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, height, weight, marital status, political belief, genetic information, disability or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Title IX: Elise Sorensen, Director of Adult, Alternative and Special Education. Section 504 Coordinator: Matt Severin, Principal. Civil Rights Coordinator: Travis Walker, Superintendent. For procedural information, please review Brandywine Community Schools Board policies.