Job Title:
CI (Cognitive Impairment) Self- Contained
Company: Washtenaw Intermediate School District
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Created: 2026-04-19
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Position Type: Elementary Teaching/TeacherDate Posted: 3/31/2026Location: Logan ElementaryDistrict: Ann Arbor Public SchoolsPOSITION TITLE: CI (Cognitive Impairment) Self-ContainedFTE: 1.0POSITION LOCATION: Logan ElementarySALARY: Teacher's Salary Schedule REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Building Principal QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree in Special EducationMasters Degree in related field, CI, ASD or SLD preferred.Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with endorsements in Special Education, CI preferred.Must submit evidence at time of interview of highly qualified status as defined through NCLB.Three years satisfactory teaching experience, including at least two years of teaching students with disabilities in a special education classroom desired.Knowledge of appropriate grade level curriculum.Strong collaboration skills.Experience providing direct instruction, consultation for students with cognitive impairment and other communications disorders desired.Experience with applied behavior analysis, TEACCH, PECS, START, social skills and community-based experiences, desired.Knowledge/experience with special education procedures; writing of individual education plans, data collection and adherence to timelines desired.Successful experience supervising/planning for para-educators, desired.Successful experience in communicating and working with parents desired.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPlan individual educational programs designed to meet student needs and conforms to curriculum standards and state/federal guidelines.Modify and implement effective strategies for students with a cognitive impairment.Participate in Assistive Technology planning and implement low-high technology supports in the school setting.Data collection and progress monitoring.Assist students with activities of daily living (e.g. toileting, self-care, mobility, etc.).Implement Health Care Plans under the supervision of the school nurse.Provide evaluative services for and work collaboratively with itinerant special education staff (speech, OT, PT, etc.) and general education staff.Plan for and supervises support staff.Communicate with parents/caregivers.Attend and participate in IEP, staff, and professional development meetings.Other duties as assigned by Administrator.LANGUAGE SKILLSRead, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.Communicate effectively and present information both in oral and in written formREASONING ABILITYDefine problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Interpret an extensive variety of statistical information and data related to student achievement. 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ann Arbor Public Schools is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ann Arbor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.ADA STATEMENTAnn Arbor Public Schools complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applications and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources department at [email protected] OF APPLICATIONAll applicants must complete the online application at >> District Links >> Job Postings