What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher, Autism position at Kalamazoo RESA?
Position Details
The Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA) is a critical part of Michigan’s education system serving the Greater Kalamazoo region and provides specialized services to schools and communities and optimizes resources by centralizing innovative programs and services. We partner with school districts and the broader community to offer essential programs including early childhood education, special education, career learning, and educator development, ensuring that learners of all ages receive the support they need.
We are currently seeking a Special Education Teacher, Autism ( at Parchment Central Elementary in Parchment , Michigan.
The essential responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to :
- Plans curriculum and prepares lessons and other instructional materials according to achievement levels of students
- Provides direct instruction and supervision of students within school / community setting
- Confers with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and others to develop individual educational programs for students who are at different learning ability levels
- Attends MET, IEPT and / or IFSP meetings
- Instructs students in academic subjects, utilizing various teaching techniques
- Instructs students in daily living skills required for independent living and economic self-sufficiency such as hygiene, safety, and food preparation
- Observes, evaluates, and prepares reports on progress of students
- Meets with parents to provide support and guidance in using community resources
- Administers and interprets results of ability and achievement tests
- Regular and consistent attendance
Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree ( or from four-year college or university, and a Special education endorsement in AI.
This is a 10-month calendar position and in job grade 17 with an annual rate of pay between $43, and $108,
KRESA employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit offering that includes health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits through Michigan’s Office of Retirement Services, tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness and wellness incentives – all within a supportive and caring culture centered around our values of collaboration, innovation, compassion, integrity, and respect.
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Kalamazoo was recently recognized as a great place to live in the 2024 50 Best Places to Live roundup by Kalamazoo was noted for its abundant family-friendly activities and appreciation for artisan-crafted goods, as well as the Kalamazoo Promise, a scholarship for each Kalamazoo Public School resident graduate that provides up to 100% tuition for post-secondary education.
Salary : $43,000 - $108,000
