*This position qualifies for a signing bonus up to $3000*

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*Division: *Special Education

JUVENILE HOME SCHOOL

Position Type: Full-time, 10-Month M- F; 7:15 am- 3:15 pm, 37.5 hours/ week (Grade 17)

Preference given to those who have a Secondary Science Endorsement and/or those who have an EI endorsement, and/or those who are willing to obtain the preferred credentials.  

Summary:  Teaches academic and living skills to students with emotional impairments in schools and community settings by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans curricula and prepares lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of students, considering such factors as physical, emotional and educational levels
• Confers with parents, administrators, psychologists, social workers, and others to develop individual educational programs for students who are at different learning ability levels
• Instructs students in academic subjects, social interactions and life skills utilizing various teaching techniques
• Schedules, participates in, and/or conducts MET, IEPT meetings
• Teaches socially acceptable behavior employing techniques such as behavior modification, positive reinforcement, etc
• Maintains both classroom and behavior management
• Assists students with basic computer skills and in the resolution of computer problems
• Actively listens and responds to student issues/concerns
• Observes students for signs of disruptive behavior such as violence, verbal outbursts and episodes of destructiveness
• Observes, evaluates, and prepares reports on progress of students
• Meets with parents to provide support and guidance in using community resources
• Identifies professional development programs and attends regularly to update expertise
• Administers and interprets results of ability and achievement tests
• Regular and consistent attendance
• Other duties as assigned

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Must have knowledge of and comply with the policies and procedures contained in the Kalamazoo RESA handbook.

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*Education and/or Experience: *

Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university

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Certificates, License, Registration:

Michigan Teaching Certificate, endorsement/approval in Emotional Impairment (or willing to obtain)

Preferred certificate in Secondary Science

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Other Skill & Abilities:

Embraces and supports KRESA philosophies related to diversity, inclusiveness, and anti-racism

Ability to interact effectively with individuals from a wide range of cultures

Ability to discuss cultural differences with colleagues and clients

Ability to assess one's own strengths and limitations or challenges and integrate this understanding into interpersonal interactions

Attitude of acceptance and esteem for students

Ability to communicate effectively including listening

Keeps administrator abreast of classroom status

Ability to efficiently use computer and applicable software

Ability to problem solve

Ability to write reports

Present ideas and information in a manner that gets student's attention, and which encourages their engagement

Maintain confidentiality

Develop instructional strategies to meet classroom goals

Adapt to frequent changes in the work environment

Practice safe work habits

Develop and maintain atmosphere of teamwork

Use equipment and material properly

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