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Job description
Adult Transition Program (ATP) Teacher (Special Education)
Location: Brandon High School
The Brandon School District is a mid-size school district nestled in Northwest Oakland County. The district has approximately 900 students in junior kindergarten-5th grade between the two elementary schools, approximately 500 at the middle school level and approximately 600 at the high school. This small, tight knit community has a strong connection to its schools and is passionate about the education of its youth. Brandon High School sends 85-90% of its graduates to post-secondary school each year, it was ranked in the 82nd percentile of all schools in the State on the top-to-bottom rankings and it was awarded as a Silver Medal Winner by the US News.
An Adult Transition Program (ATP) helps young adults with disabilities (ages 18 to 26) bridge the gap between high school and independent adult life. Staff focus on building job skills, community participation, and daily living routines through hands-on learning.
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a Special Education endorsement
Must be CPI trained or willing to be CPI trained within 30 days of hire and annually update certification
Experience working with special education students ages 18-26 is preferred
Experience with a diverse student and parent population is preferred
Experience in implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) is preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of secondary curriculum and instructional practices
Proficient in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and compliance laws
Proficient in the Seclusion and Restraint Michigan Department of Education law
Knowledge of PBIS practices
Exceptional interpersonal skills to build successful working relationships
Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff and parents
Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication
Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills
Ability to successfully teach students with autism, emotional and/or cognitive impairment and those who require a higher level of behavioral support
Ability to create a classroom schedule and adhere to a structured environment within the classroom
Ability to coordinate paraprofessional staff
Core Program Areas:
Employment & Training: Job coaching, work-based learning, and task training at local job sites.
Independent Living: Money management, cooking, personal care, and home skills.
Community Participation: Using public transit, shopping, and joining social or recreational events.
Functional Academics: Reading, math, and communication used in everyday adult situations.
Essential Functions:
Create an inviting and nurturing classroom that meets the needs of all learners academically, culturally, socially and emotionally
Schedule, attend and conduct Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings within required timeframes.
Develop, implement, communicate and monitor IEPs per legal requirements and BSD standards
Collaborate, create and implement rigorous lessons that are engaging, meaningful and aligned with the student's IEP, the District and State standards by grade and subject matter
Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers and other professionals to develop Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) designed to promoted students' educational, physical, and social development
Manage program run micro businesses
Collaborate with community agencies and businesses to provide opportunities for work based learning and complete required paperwork to ensure compliance
Manage program budget and purchases
Organize and conduct community based instruction and complete relevant paperwork to ensure compliance
Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust teaching strategies and regularly communicate with parents and the school team
Conduct himself/herself in a professional manner commensurate with his/her position, and project a good public image of the School District in dealing with the community and employee groups
Adhere to the District's policies
Reports To: Director of Student Support Services and Building Principal
Workday/Week: Per the BEA calendar
Starting Date: ASAP
Compensation: Per BEA Master Agreement
Worksite address
ortonville, MI, 48462, US
Who can apply
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