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Marquette-Alger RESA

Our Vision

Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Services Agency endeavors to provide its constituent districts with the supports necessary to enable them to develop communities filled with learners prepared to be successful, productive and responsible citizens.

Our Mission

Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Service Agency provides educational excellence through advocacy, collaboration, and innovation.

Belief Statements

All learners deserve the opportunity to reach their potential.
Change is necessary to meet the emerging needs of learners and communities.
Collaboration and innovation are keys to success.
Communication and a healthy exchange of ideas are essential.
We must recognize, promote, and model effective education systems.

Talent Together

Talent Together seeks to provide equitable access and opportunity to the teaching profession by eliminating barriers and providing multiple levels of support to ensure candidates can complete a high-quality teacher preparation program.

We acknowledge and respect participants’ diverse identities, cultures, and traditions and create environments where participants feel a sense of belonging so that, ultimately, children across Michigan learn from a more diverse and well-prepared teacher workforce.

Beliefs

We believe that systemic barriers have limited access to the teaching profession and negatively impacted student growth and learning.
We believe that human connection and belonging are critical. By placing students’ and participants’ whole selves – rather than just their academic selves – at the center of learning, we can revolutionize teacher preparation.
We believe that teaching and learning is not a “one-size-fits-all” approach. We must grow and evolve so we can respond to the needs of our varying communities, participants, and their students.

Commitments

We commit to designing learning experiences that uncover participants’ and students’ talents and cultivate their most authentic selves.
We commit to creating flexible structures that address the differentiated needs of participants from rural, urban, and suburban communities across the state.

Special Education Teacher - Superior Shores

Marquette, MI

Full Time

Mid Level

SUMMARY:

The role of the Special Education Teacher is to design and provide specialized instruction in academic curricula, social competence, and independence for students at the secondary level with emotional/behavioral disabilities and challenges. The Special Education Teacher works collaboratively with the education team, including parents, to develop/implement quality individualized educational programs (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with K-12 special education endorsement
Experience and familiarity with development and implementation of IEPs
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement curriculum (academic and behavioral) for students
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a collaborative team member
Demonstrated ability to individualize instruction to meet unique student needs
Demonstrated knowledge and skill in commonly used approaches to educating students at risk
Demonstrated ability to implement behavior intervention strategies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

K-12 special education endorsement in Emotional Impairments (EI)
Experience teaching students at the secondary level with significant behavioral health needs ● Experience implementing behavior intervention plans with fidelity
Experience in utilizing using assessment and progress monitoring data to inform instruction and create individual student learning and behavior plans
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a collaborative team member
Knowledge of and experience with the MTSS framework, positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), response to intervention (RTI), social-emotional learning (SEL), restorative practices, trauma-informed practices, and family engagement
Strong interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, classroom management and organizational skills Demonstrated ability to work effectively with parents/guardians, local school districts, teachers, administration, and community partners to provide a continuum of supports for students
Demonstrated ability to work as a lead teacher with paraprofessional staff to effectively organize and implement differentiated instruction, including both academic and social/emotional/behavioral

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as and complete all responsibilities as Teacher of Record at the Day Treatment Program for students with emotional/behavioral disabilities and challenges
Organize and manage an educational environment that incorporates students, classroom aides, and therapy providers
Design, revise and maintain lesson plans and instructional activities developed from student IEP goals/objectives and that support the implementation of behavior intervention plans
Implement student IEPs utilizing teaching methods, materials and adaptations appropriate to meet individual student needs
Collaborate with team members to develop and modify goals/objectives on student IEPs and behavior intervention plans; ensure that goals/objectives are outcome based, longitudinal and measurable
Understand, develop and utilize behavioral management concepts/techniques and positive behavior support plans to meet the unique needs of each student
Provide instruction and reinforcement of communication skills and techniques, both verbal and non-verbal, as deemed appropriate for each student
Demonstrate team leadership skills for all classroom staff and student service providers
Collaborate with and identify as part of a team to problem solve and report on student progress
Provide medication to students as needed and report pertinent medical information as required
Maintain communication with parents/guardians, itinerants, and community agency personnel to provide the optimal individual program for students
Use procedures and tools for data gathering, analysis, and reporting, as well as use a variety of data for informing instruction and other decisions
Self-direct and prioritize among competing goals, exhibit flexibility, and drive results
Complete Handle With Care training, and participate in annual recertification
Attend in-service and refresher courses to increase and update teaching skills and to remain current
Participate in team meetings, parent conferences, and Agency staff meetings
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as books and teaching material or when assisting in student interventions
Perform other duties as assigned

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Proficiency in computer/software use including Google Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom ● Demonstrated experience exercising confidentiality and sound judgment in dealing with local districts, staff, students, and operations
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously, work independently, and maintain proactive communication with stakeholders
Ability to deal with issues in a fair manner, treat diverse populations and personalities with dignity and respect, and act in a highly ethical manner
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment yet maintain flexibility in thinking and actions
Must demonstrate initiative and the ability to work independently
Ability to lift and/or move 50 pounds
Professional appearance; professional and positive attitude

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

Must keep the affairs of Marquette-Alger RESA and LEAs confidential at all times
Must uphold confidentiality of privileged and sensitive student/staff information
May require occasional travel for professional activities using personal vehicle

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time, academic-year position starting in August 2025. Must have regular and reliable job attendance, performance, and the physical ability to do the job

REPORTS TO: Program Administrator - Specialized Classrooms

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: According to Marquette-Alger RESA MEA Collective Bargaining Agreement

APPLICATION DEADLINE: A review of applications will begin on April 4, 2025.

Apply online at https://www.maresa.org/careers/

Marquette-Alger RESA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition), age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment. Marquette-Alger RESA’s Non-discrimination, Anti-Harassment, and Non-Retaliation Policy, as well as the grievance procedure for reporting concerns or complaints, are available at maresa.org/about-us/notice-of-nondiscrimination.

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