Special Education Teacher

ACCEL Schools is seeking a highly qualified Special Education Teacher at Inkster Preparatory Academy in Inkster, Michigan. The teacher will provide a superior education for all students, creating a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritises student learning and social-emotional development.

The Special Education Teacher supports the educational and behavioural goals of all students, with a focus on students with an Individualised Education Program. Key responsibilities include:

• Working cooperatively with classroom teachers to interpret student abilities and disabilities
• Conducting diagnostic assessments for instruction and functional behaviour assessments
• Writing and implementing behaviour improvement plans
• Facilitating IEP Meetings and writing IEP goals and objectives
• Utilising research-based best practices in daily planning and instruction
• Integrating culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions
• Serving as an advisor for a designated set of students
• Communicating regularly with families regarding student academic and social-emotional growth

The ideal candidate will have:

• A current state license
• Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards
• Experience working in a full room inclusion type model or Co-Teaching in a Resource Room model
• High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment
• High quality written and verbal communication skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team

Benefits include:

• Life benefits – paid time off, retirement contributions, optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Health benefits – medical, dental, and vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program
• Career benefits – career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools