Special Education Resource Room Teacher at Westwood Community School District in Dearborn Heights, MI

Job description

Special Education Resource Room Teacher (Effective 2026-2027 School Year) LOCATION: North/Virtual Academy REPORTS TO: Building Principal COMPENSATION: According to the Alternative Salary Schedule BENEFITS: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Michigan Public School Retirement Plan POSTING DATES: May 4, 2026 � Until Filled PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree of related subject from an accredited university Valid Michigan Teaching Certification (SA, SE, SM or SV) Teacher Consultant Approval, preferred SST (Student Study Team) experience, preferred KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties of this job include, but are not limited to : Provide specialized, group and individualized educational instruction to Special Education students in general education through co-teaching, and in resource programs for direct instruction in areas of disability by the student's IEPs. Understand and ability and facilitate SST process. Locate, select, modify/accommodate and present individually tailored instructional materials for each student, and communicate the student's learning needs to each of his/her teachers. Manage student behaviors and maximize student engagement/achievement. Provide consultative support to the general education teachers through routinely scheduled consultation related to the progress of identified students in the resource room and general education classes. Facilitate open, continuous communication with general education staff, administrators and parents. Develop, coordinate and conduct REEDs, METs, IEPs, FBA/BIPs, MDRs and Transition Plans. Administer and translate comprehensive achievement testing for annual and three-year reevaluations with a variety of assessments including, but not limited to: WRAT, Woodcock-Johnson III. Maintain accurate and complete records, according to district policies/procedures and IDEA law. Develop and implement Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans. Attend all Special Education and building staff meetings and professional development. Adhere to policies of the Westwood Community Board of Education. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Special Education Director or Building Principal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students Ability and patience to work interactively with students Skill in organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to deliver teaching instruction in accordance with improved curriculum and standards Excellent skills in verbal and written communication Ability to understand the individual needs of each student Ability to effectively use Google and the student information system � MiStar Ability to take accurate and timely attendance Ability to update grades no later than 2 days after an assignment has been given to students Ability to check and respond to email at least 3 times a day - before school, during prep, and after school Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds in supplies, which requires bending, stooping and lifting. The employee must be able to use a variety of instructional materials in the classroom. The employee must use hands and arms to manipulate objects. The employee must use keyboards, tools and other controls. The employee must sit and stand for long periods of time. The employee must have normal vision and hearing with or without aid. The employee must be able to move about the assigned location unaided during the day. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while p