Category
Schools - Special Education Teacher
Job Type
Contract
Step into an impactful role shaping the academic and personal growth of students as a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Multiple positions are available serving K-12 self-contained and resource classrooms. You’ll join a collaborative school-based special education team committed to supporting learners with cognitive and learning impairments in an urban setting.
Key Qualifications:
- Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate with an endorsement in Learning Disabilities, Emotional Impairment (EI), Cognitively Impaired (CI), or MDE Early Childhood (ZA) plus another Special Education area
- Experience or endorsement working with K-12 students with cognitive/learning impairments preferred
- Knowledge of Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) and related IDEA Federal Regulations
- Strong understanding of challenges faced by urban youth and appropriate resources for students and families
- Commitment to onsite instruction and active team collaboration (remote work and VOCO are not available)
- Ability to provide a copy of official university transcripts as part of the credentialing process
Primary Responsibilities:
- Deliver exceptional instruction in self-contained or resource classroom settings, supporting diverse learners (caseloads up to 22 students)
- Adapt curriculum and learning strategies to meet individual education plan (IEP) goals
- Collaborate with paraprofessionals, one-on-one aides, behavior specialists, and school-wide teams to foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment
- Engage with families and leverage resources to support student success in and beyond the classroom
- Actively participate in professional development and mentorship programs and contribute to ongoing school-wide special education initiatives
Perks and Opportunities:
- Work alongside a robust, compassionate special education team including behavior specialists and paraprofessionals
- Personalized mentorship and dedicated onboarding support
- Professional development opportunities and comprehensive training from the Academics team
- An opportunity to create measurable, lasting impact in students’ lives
If you're passionate about inclusive education and eager to make a difference, apply today to play a vital role in a supportive, student-centered environment for the upcoming school year!
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement