Special Education Teacher | Flint, Michigan

Step into a dynamic contract role designed for dedicated Special Education Teachers seeking meaningful impact in the greater Flint, Michigan area for the 2026-2027 school year. Multiple positions are available in self-contained and resource classrooms, serving diverse K-12 students with cognitive and emotional impairments. With a robust support structure—including classroom paras, behavioral specialists, and ongoing professional development—you’ll have the resources to thrive while making a difference in an urban educational environment.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Current Michigan Teacher Certificate, ideally with Emotional Impairment (EI), Cognitive Impairment (CI), Learning Disabilities (LD), or MDE ZA (Early Childhood) endorsements
• Understanding of the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) and IDEA federal regulations
• Comfortable working in urban school settings
• Strong awareness of resources addressing challenges faced by urban youth and their families
• Ready to provide official university transcripts prior to placement
• Experience in self-contained and/or resource classroom settings preferred
• Willing to engage in remote interviews and commit to 35 hours per week, onsite

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct instruction and support to students in self-contained (max 22 students) or resource classrooms aligned with individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment that supports students with cognitive or emotional impairments
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team including classroom and 1:1 paras, behavior specialists, mentors, and the LSS department
• Leverage school-wide resources and participate in professional development and academic training opportunities
• Adapt instructional materials and strategies to meet diverse learner needs

This is an excellent opportunity to grow professionally while serving vibrant communities in the Flint, Grand Blanc, Lansing, and Detroit areas. If you are passionate about special education and want to advance your skills in a supportive atmosphere, submit your application now to embark on a rewarding journey for the upcoming school year!