Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Teacher

Every Student. Every Dream. Every Day. At Battle Creek Public Schools (BCPS), we see, challenge, and support every scholar to reach their infinite potential . BCPS offers a range of innovative learning opportunities, including IB, arts, STEM, Career Academies, early childhood, and adult education, all grounded in academic excellence, equity, and community .

Join a district that invests in its people. BCPS offers a $51,500 starting teacher salary , comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid professional development, mentoring and instructional support, plus housing incentives (for teachers and administrators) of up to $20,000 for home purchase assistance or $4,500 in rental assistance.

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Position Summary

Responsible for teaching pre-school students in a special education classroom or other natural environments. Position Responsibilities: Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students and provides a learning climate for the students. Assume responsibility for the safety, conduct and health of the students under his/her supervision.

Ensure physical upkeep of the classroom and equipment is maintained. Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and ---- in harmony with the goals ---- establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

Strive to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.

Qualifications

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with one of the following: Early Childhood Education Endorsement (ZA) with a Emotional Impairment Endorsement (SE) Early Childhood PK General Education and Special Educaiton Endorsement (ZS) (does not require a SE endorsement) Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: A high level of commitment to working within a culturally, ethnically, and economically diverse environment.

Relationship builder. High expectations of self and a commitment to continuous improvement of professional practice. High expectations of students coupled with the ability to inspire and support students as they meet those expectations. A defined moral purpose that drives daily efforts on behalf of students. Adaptability.

Familiarity with or willingness to learn and apply behavioral and academic RTI models. A willingness to fully participate in and contribute to a professional learning community. A positive attitude. A high level of perseverance and professional will. A strong belief in the individual worth of all students. A desire to teach life lessons that go beyond the textbook and classroom walls.

A readiness to develop and apply a variety of best practices in the classroom, especially in the areas of instruction and classroom management. A proficiency with writing unit plans, pacing guides and daily lesson plans across multiple subjects A willingness to collaborate with peers across all facets of the work, providing constructive feedback and raising expectations for all students and staff Ability to bend, stoop, etc.

, to assist students Salary: $51,500 - $87,883 (Potential for additional stipends) Additional $1,500 Special Education stipend (per semester) Contract: 188 Days School Safety Clearance: The successful candidate will be subject to a fingerprint and background check as a condition of employment. All fees require for this check (estimated $73) are the responsibility of the successful applicant.

Battle Creek Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.