Job description

***signing bonus offered as well as retention bonus pay

Founded in 1920, Detroit Institute for Children (DIC) provides a passionate and integrated approach to services for Michigan's children with special needs and their families.

Currently, DIC serves thousands of children in schools as well as Head Start and Early Intervention programs throughout Detroit, Southeast, and West Michigan. The services we provide include speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, social work, psychological services and special education consulting.

If you are looking for a rewarding career and are committed to continuous learning, and want to represent an organization that has the highest integrity and a 100-year history of delivering state-of-the art therapeutic services to children, then we want to hear from you!

We are what special needs... Are you?

We need...
-High-energy, positive individuals who are passionate about working with children with special needs
-Individuals who can make a difference in the lives of children and their families
-Those who love a challenge, adapt easily to change, and can work independently
-Lifelong learners who have the ability to build and manage relationships

Job description:

Special Education/Resource Room Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE

• Degree in education, concentration in special education  or field of study related to special education.
• Must hold a valid MI teaching certificate with a K-12 endorsement in an area of special education ( endorsement(s) in : ASD, CI, EI, LD, SL, etc.).
• Be able to manage and consult as lead in special ed department.
• Be knowledgeable in MI state compliance- well versed in MI special ed laws.
• Experience conducting writing IEPs, state reporting, and documentation.
• Three or more years work experience with special education students.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience with Special Education compliance with MDE and Federal regulations.
• Computer literate/technologically sound.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

Special Education

• Provides professional development activities in the area of special education services, special needs, etc., to Special Education and General Education Staff.
• Develops improved understanding of Special Education children’s educational needs on the part of teachers, administrators, and parents and assists Principals, School Leaders and teachers in interpreting and communicating student’s educational needs and progress to parents.

COMPLIANCE

Special Education

• Keeps abreast of developments in Special Education curriculum, instruction, law, and regulations and disseminates information to Principals and student services staff.
• Attend IEPs
• Monitors and assists in coordinating Medicaid billing with appropriate schools.
• Monitors and assures special education regulation compliance in all special education files.

Interventionist

• Ensures implementation of a working Child Study process in client school(s).
• Works with Title I Coordinators to review and create action plans regarding the intervention programs at each client school.

OTHER

• Applies positive customer service to the role and is perceived as a team member by staff and school employees.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality concerning sensitive information.
• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and /or courses as required by the supervisor.
• Assists with other duties upon request and approval of the Chief Executive Officer and Director of School Services.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42.00-50.00 per hour (years of experience and credentials determine salary/hourly rate)

COVID-19 considerations:
DIC will provide necessary PPE when needed and will also conform to the policy within the location/school where services will be provided.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Signing bonus

License/Certification:

• State of MI Sp Ed K-12 Endorsement ASD, CI, EI, LS, SL? (Required)

Work Location: In person