Fitzgerald Public Schools

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NOTICE OF OPENING: Special Education Teaching Consultant LOCATION: Fitzgerald High School WORK YEAR: 2025-2026 School Year SALARY: Per FEA Contract Qualifications • Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate required • Special Education Endorsement in SM, SE, SA, or SV preferred • Eligible for or have Michigan Teacher Consultant approval required • Master's Degree in related field required • 3 years of teaching experience; 3 years in Special Education required • Experience working with diverse student populations • Highly Effective Evaluation preferred • Experience in a Leadership Role preferred • Evidence of Exceptional Organization Skills required Duties And Responsibilities • Provide direct instruction to students on their caseload to meet their academic and behavioral needs. • Develop curriculum, design and implement lesson plans, and assess student progress. • Disseminate information to staff, students, and parents regarding student needs, progress, and resources. • Serve as a member of the student study team in determining appropriate support and services. • Serve as case manager for assigned students, ensuring procedural safeguards, mandated timelines, scheduling and conducting appropriate meetings to facilitate the effectiveness of students' programs and placements. • Support the special education teachers in the building to ensure they complete their professional responsibilities, including timelines and appropriate support and services. • Mentoring and supporting new staff members in the special education department. • Ensures all students are educated in the least restrictive environment while meeting their educational needs. • Serve as liaison between the district and center programs for resident students. • Work closely with building and district administration to ensure students with disabilities are disciplined appropriately. • Model and support classroom teachers in supporting and educating students with disabilities • Manages IEPs for assigned caseload; coordinates and facilitates IEP meetings; writes IEPs and communicates with general education teachers and support staff. • Facilitates referral, applications, and eligibility process for students and families • Participate and lead professional development on the implementation of best practices. • Other duties as assigned. Qualified applicants should apply on-line via AppliTrack at http://www.applitrack.com/fitzgerald/onlineapp/