Middle School ASD Room Teacher – 1.0 FTE – Forest Hills Public Schools – Grand Rapids, MI

MIDDLE SCHOOL ASD ROOM TEACHER – 1.0 FTE

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:

• ASD Endorsement
• Believes that ALL children can learn and accepts differences in students

Desired:

• Ability to differentiate academic instruction for diverse student needs across multiple grade levels and content areas
• Ability to assist in the development and implementation of Positive Behavior Support Plans
• Ability to teach academic, organizational, and social strategies to students to foster success in general education
• Ability to maximize the learning of student in functional academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living for the optimal student independence by providing a safe and optimal learning environment
• Knowledge of and accuracy in completing IEPs, present level of student performance, measurable goals and objectives, and documentation of progress toward goals and objectives
• Strong background in using assessment and data to inform instruction and document student progress
• Ability to utilize and integrate technology in instructional practices
• Successful classroom management strategies and skills
• Experience or knowledge in co-teaching
• An appreciation for diversity and a desire to assist all students in becoming cross-culturally competent
• Enthusiastic, flexible, and able to work cooperatively and collaboratively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators within the school and community setting
• Willingness and commitment to participate in curriculum development, school improvement, committees, and professional development
• Trained in CPI, CPR, and First Aid or willingness to be trained and utilize CPI, CPR, and First Aid strategies
• Ability to abide by all district policies and procedures and to demonstrate competencies specified in Michigan Special Education Rules and Regulations

The Forest Hills Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in its employment decisions or the provision of services.