Elementary Special Education Teacher - Resource Room

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.

Whether you're a teacher, support professional, or leader, BCPS offers meaningful work in a community that values you. Apply now and build your career as a Bearcat! Position Responsibilities: Provides individual, small group, and whole-group instruction. Monitors student progress in the school environment including academic achievement and behaviors.

Maintains a safe and orderly environment, which may include monitoring specific health concerns of students in the classroom and teaches social skills. Plans curriculum, lessons, behavior plans, and special education programs and teaching methods. Aligns goals and objectives from individual students to meet the needs of all students.

Uses data-based decision making to problem solve challenging situations. Collects data, reviews, analyzes, and revises implementation plans and interventions. Maintains contact with parents/guardians of students. Evaluates student progress based on observations, data, and assessments, determines goals, objectives and directions.

Prepares report cards, educational records, IEP procedures, data collection, behavior plans, classroom observation records, and other forms. Coordinates and collaborates with other staff for services. Conducts IEP team meetings. Uses technology to track student progress, prepare written reports, implement IEPs, and record progress.

Attends staff and district meetings and trainings as required.

Qualifications

BS or BA degree Valid Michigan certificate with any Special Education endorsement Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Successful experience working with a diverse population in an urban setting. Experience working with children who have disabilities. Experience in handling students with challenging behaviors, and teaching social skills.

Experience in developing academic and behavioral interventions. Knowledge of special education law. Ability to clearly express ideas and concepts verbally and in writing. Background in learning and behavior management. Ability to develop and maintain acceptable relationships with school staff Salary: $51,500 -$87,883 (Potential for additional stipends) Additional $1,500 Special Education stipend (per semester) Contract: 188 Day Calendar 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.