Cheboygan Otsego Presque Isle Educational Service District Hiring for Classroom Teacher for Students with Moderate Cognitive Impairments Job at Gaylord, MI Full Time

CHEBOYGAN OTSEGO PRESQUE ISLE EDUCATIONAL SERVICE DISTRICT
6065 Learning Lane Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-9394 (231) 238-8551 (fax)

NOTICE OF VACANCY – Internal/External Posting

Position Title MoCI Classroom Teacher for Students with Moderate Cognitive Impairments

Terms of Employment Per the COPESD Professional Staff Master Contract

• Location-COPESD MoCI Classroom – Gaylord High School, Gaylord, MI

Job Description: Responsible for planning instruction and adaption of the general/special education curriculum to accommodate students in the learning process. The MoCI teacher will function as the case manager for students with individualized education programs (IEPs) and oversees their compliance.

Qualifications/ Job Duties: (Job descriptions are intended to represent a descriptive list of the range of duties performed byemployees in the position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed with the job.)

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with special education endorsements in

Cognitive Impairments and ASD, preferred.

• Ability to provide leadership to paraprofessionals by effective scheduling, communication, and leading by example.
• Ability to understand how cognitive, physical, sensory, and health-related factors impact student learning and development, and appropriate accommodations and interventions to maximize potential.
• Ability to work collaboratively and constructively with parents, students, co- workers, local school personnel, and other agencies.
• Commitment to helping students to access the general education curriculum and inclusion experiences to the greatest extent possible.
• Ability to design and implement behavior management procedures utilizing

Positive Behavior Supports.

• Emotional stability, physical stamina, and strength necessary to complete duties.
• Collect and utilize data for instructional planning and informed decision-making.
• Maintain a professional relationship with all school personnel who are involved in the educational process of students with disabilities.
• Abide by all district policies and procedures and demonstrate competencies specified in the Michigan Special Education Rules and Regulations.
• Consistent and reliable attendance.

Application Deadline and Procedure:

• Deadline – Until filled
• Persons interested are requested to submit a letter of interest and resume to

Debbie Putnam, Supervisor of Special Education

The Cheboygan-Otsego-Presque Isle Educational Service District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is in compliance with all Federal and State non-discrimination laws and regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,000.00 – $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gaylord, MI 49735: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location