TEACHERS OF STUDENTS WITH MODERATE COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENTS MOCI TRANSITION PROGRAMS

Company: Wexford Missaukee Intermediate School District
Location: Cadillac
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

POSTINGNOTICEOFFULL-TIMEPOSITIONOPENINGMay 2023 TITLE Teacher of Students with Moderate Cognitive Impairments (MoCI) Transition Program DATEOFPOSITIONOPENING On or about August 22, 2023 GENERALDESCRIPTIONOFPOSITION The individual selected for this position will be responsible for instructional services for eligible students SPECIFICRESPONSIBILITIESTeach and safely care for students with moderate cognitive impairments in a center- based, self-contained classroomPlan and prepare lessons specific to the IEP following the Unique Learning Systems (ULS) or curriculum assigned by the Supervisor using appropriate assessmentsProvide and supervise the instruction and activities of those students assigned to the classroom, while working cooperatively with classroom Paraprofessionals, other ISD, and building classroom and itinerant staff membersAbility to lift and position students as directed by PT/OT staff, if necessaryCommunicate clearly and regularly with parents on student activities and progressKeep appropriate records and correctly follow required district building proceduresBe familiar and appropriately use a variety of adaptive technology and augmentative communication devicesBe willing to learn and implement appropriate administration of MI-ACCESS and report resultsSchedule and attend IEP meetings and other related meetings in a timely mannerComplete all forms and reports in a timely manner consistent with ISD policies and proceduresKeep up to date in areas related to the professionImplement best practice strategies to differentiate instructionFollow best practices and processes to develop functional behavior assessments and positive behavior support plansCollaboratively develop and implement student health plans and protocols with the school nurse and other school staff membersOther duties as assigned by Supervisory staff members MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONSFull or temporary Michigan approval in Cognitive (Mental) Impairments or be willing to enroll in a program to add this endorsement to current special education teacher certification. If you don't have a CI Endorsement but are willing to enroll in a program to add this endorsement, a Special Education Teacher Tuition Grant may be available through the MDE.Able to independently lift 50 poundsGood oral and written communication skillsExperience working with special needs students is preferred Training in CPR and CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) preferred WAGES AND BENEFITS According to the WMPF Association contract HOURS TOBEWORKED 7.5 hours dailyCALENDAR Professional staff school year WMISDmayofferthefollowingincentivestothesuccessfulcandidate:Sign on bonusStipend for moving expensesThree insurance package options, including one that is free to cover the employee and the entire family APPLICATIONPROCEDURE Qualified applicants must submit: Application (online by going to the WMISD Website https://wmisd.org/job-postings/ Cover letter Resume Copy of college or university transcripts Three letters of reference from individuals familiar with the candidate's work experience and abilities PleaseemailapplicationmaterialsinonePDFto:Trina Scott, Human Resources Assistant Email: humanresources@wmisd.org Phone: 231.876.2276 APPLICATION DEADLINE June 1, 2023, at 3:00 pm or until filled Wexford-Missaukee Intermediate School District is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and does not discriminate in the terms,conditions,orprivilegesofemployment,nordoesitcondonesexualorotherharassment,onaccountofrace,color,creed,religion,sex,age,nationalorigin,height,weight,maritalstatus,gender identity,sexualorientation,disability,orotherprotectedcategoriesunderfederalorapplicablestateorlocallaw.Under this policy, equal employment opportunity is required in recruitment, hiring, training, and development, promotion, termination, compensation,benefits,andallotherterms,conditions,andprivilegesofemployment.Formoreinformation,contacttheSuperintendentat9905E13thStreet,Cadillac,MI, 49601or(231)876-2260.PDN-99192b51-a22e-4f51-bbef-1f3ec6aabf7e

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