Special Education Teacher - Great Lakes Learning Academy

Description:

School Summary

Great Lakes Learning Academy is authorized by Central Michigan University. The
school is operated by Great Lakes Learning Academy, a nonprofit corporation,
through a contract with Connections Education, LLC, to provide its educational
program and other services. The school is governed by an independent board of
directors, and all board meetings are open to the public.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Working from our office in East Lansing, Michigan, or your home office, the
Special Education Teacher will virtually manage instructional programs for
students with special needs. Through use of the telephone, Internet and various
curriculum tools they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students
to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program.
The Special Education Teacher will participate in all steps of the IEP process.
They will work closely with other teachers and district professionals to ensure
that the school’s special education program is successful and operates in
compliance with federal and state regulations. The Special Education Teacher
will utilize technology to deliver virtual instruction.

The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion
of the following tasks:

* Manage and provide instructional guidance, virtual teaching and general
strategies for a caseload of students;
* Develop, write and help implement IEPs and 504 plans;
* Evaluate tests and assessments, complete report cards and conduct parent
conferences;
* Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with special
needs to ensure that their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are
addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion;
* Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed
instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with specific needs and
potential learning issues;
* Provide direct services to students including services delivered through
web-conferencing software, as needed;
* Schedule, organize and conduct IEP related meetings in a virtual environment,
as needed;
* Participate in the school’s Student Support Team; help teachers and learning
coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all
students;
* Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all
paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process;
* Assist with locating service providers for students needing related services
as mandated by their IEPs;
* Assist with negotiating and executing contracts with service providers for
students requiring such services;
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school’s Learning Management
System and special education software;
* Assist with administering state testing and coordinate the special
adaptations that are required based on the IEP; and
* Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or related Education Field
* Valid Michigan Teaching Certification with full approval or endorsement in at
least one area of special education from Michigan Department of Education,
Office of Special Education (MDE, OSE)
* Must meet all continuing education requirements as defined by MDE
* Expertise in special education law and compliance
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
* Customer focused approach
* High degree of flexibility
* Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
* Technologically proficient (especially with Microsoft Office products)
* Travel and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing is
required throughout the school year, as determined by the school. This may
require overnight travel
* Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some
families
* Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for
two-step authentication.

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