Early Childhood & Elementary Special Education Consultant

CONSULTANT

SPECIAL EDUCATION

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A valid teaching certificate with an endorsement in an area of special education; Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cognitive Impairment, Early Childhood Development Disorder and/or Physical Impairment, or related field experience in Special Education.

2. Master’s Degree or higher from an accredited university.

3. Five years or more of successful classroom experience working with special education students with a disability in any of the above noted areas, or related field experience in Special Education.

4. Teacher Consultant approval preferred or willing to acquire upon employment.

5. Ability to communicate well with colleagues and other professionals.

6. Experience in planning and presenting both short and long range staff development programs.

7. Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.

ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES SHALL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

1. Develop, coordinate and conduct professional development workshops and trainings for professionals serving students in general and special education.

2. Facilitate grant programs, including, the Statewide Autism Resource Trainings (START) and Lakeside Regional Collaborative Network (LRCN).

3. Profide consultation, coaching, modeling, resources, and technical assistnance to staff serving young children with disabilities.

4. Self-directed, motivated and organized.

5. Ability to use electronic technologies to deliver professional information and training.

6. Coordinating, monitoring and supervising contracted staff in the summer Building Bridges Camp.

7. Ability to work a flexible schedule, involving early morning/evening and/or weekend workshops.

8. Demonstrated ability to communicate through spoken and written work.

9. Act as a resource for school personnel, parents, and families.

10. Perform all other duties as directed by administration.

REPORTS TO: Director of Center Programs

WORK YEAR : 186 Day Calendar

START DATE : ASAP

SALARY: Per Macomb Intermediate Federation of Teachers Master Agreement.

APPLY ONLINE AT: www.misd.net . Applications will be accepted online until the position is filled.

INQUIRIES MAY BE DIRECTED TO:

Mr. David Rilley, Assistant Superintendent

Human Resources and Operations

Macomb Intermediate School District

44001 Garfield Road

Clinton Township, MI 48038-1100

586.228.3311

The Macomb Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and is in compliance with all state and federal non-discrimination laws and regulations including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Applicants seeking employment may request reasonable accommodation under ADA and may be subject to post-offer physical examination and background check with the Michigan State Police Department.
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