MENOMINEE INDIAN TRIBE OF WISCONSIN

Human Resource Department

                           

 Special Education Teacher  Second Posting                 
Department               Tribal School Status                  Contract
Class Description:    4987 Closing Date       8/3/2012 12:00:00 AM
Grade                         Minimum Pay      TBD
Last Revised             5/18/2012 9:00:36 AM    



First Postings: are 5 days and are limited to any enrolled Menominee member.
Second Postings: are posted for a minimum of 5 days and are open to the general public and current employees of MITW.

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under the direct supervision of the Tribal School Special Education Coordinator, the purpose of this position is the direct responsibility for teaching and providing services for students with identified exceptional educational needs at the Tribal School for grades K-8.

 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Teach students in kindergarten through eighth grade in identified special needs category.

Use school data entry system to coordinate and write student’s individualized Educational Plans (IEP).

Implement Individual Education Plans (IEP) for each student.

Actively participate in all aspects of student evaluation process including M-teams, IEP’s assessments, etc.

Maintain daily records for active caseload of students.

Utilize school wide data systems in monitoring and reporting of student academic and behavioral progress.

Participate in parent conferences and home visits.

Maintain discipline in the classroom and in the general proper of the Menominee Tribal School.

Instill an atmosphere of self-worth and enhance methods to enhance the self-esteem of the students.

Work cooperatively with regular classroom teachers to implement an “inclusion” program for all special education students, where appropriate.

Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops.

Perform related school duties such as sponsoring at school fairs or special events.

Develop an implement a behavioral management and social skill development program.

Must communicate effectively with parents and other community services organizations.

File weekly lesson plans with building supervisor.

Work in cooperation with other special education staff, school guidance counselor and other academic and program support staff.

Must be an active member of the special education team.

Must have good oral and writing skills.

Must have ability to interact with peers, parents and students in a manner conforming to the school philosophy.

Must have ability to discipline students in a trustful manner.

Performs related duties as directed

 

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Applicant must possess Wisconsin State Teacher Licensure or Special Education Licensure for grades K-8 or 1-8 in CD/LD/ED or a Cross Categorical certification. One (1) to five (5) years experience desirable. Must be able to obtain the Special Education Licensure within two years.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
CANDIDATES SHALL BE SUBJECT TO A CAREGIVER BACKGROUND CHECK TO INCLUDE FINGERPRINTING. Candidates selected for hire will be subject to a drug test and employment will be contingent on results of said test. Employment is contingent upon appropriate grade level or certification of the Teacher. This certification shall be through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, and may take the form of an emergency or temporary license. All teaching assignments will be based on licensing/certification. Must submit college transcripts Must submit three professional letters of reference.

 

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES
Data Utilization:

Human Interaction:

Equipment, Machinery, Tools and Material Utilization:

Verbal Aptitude:

Mathematical Aptitude:

Functional Aptitude:

Situational Reasoning:

 

BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS
Must be able to work in a properly collegial relationship with co-workers. Must be able to interact with other departments within the Tribe in the spirit of compromise. Must be able to take on additional responsibilities in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork. Must be able to maintain an atmosphere of trust, fairness and respect and be mutually supportive with co-workers. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality.

MENOMINEE INDIAN TRIBE OF WISCONSIN

HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT

PO BOX 910

KESHENA, WI 54135 PHONE (715) 799-5145

***APPLY ONLINE ***

http://menominee-nsn.gov

***SELECTION PROCESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH ORDINANCE 82-10***