Special Education Teacher - Lapeer, Michigan

Bring your expertise in special education to a meaningful contract opportunity for the 2026-2027 school year. Multiple openings are available for Special Education Teachers in self-contained and resource classroom settings serving K-12 students. Classrooms are capped at 22 students, with some positions focusing on cognitive impairments and others supporting students with learning disabilities. This on-site assignment offers the chance to make a positive impact in an urban district, with robust school support systems in place.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Learning Disabilities (LD) endorsement required; EI (Emotional Impairment), CI (Cognitive Impairment), or MDE endorsement ZA (Early Childhood) strongly preferred
• Experience with self-contained or resource classrooms, and a passion for serving urban student populations
• Familiarity with Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) and related IDEA federal regulations
• Ability to discuss challenges facing urban children and resources available to their families
• Official university transcripts required before consideration
• Commitment to full-time, onsite work (not a virtual/remote position)
• Comfortable coordinating with a multidisciplinary school-based team
• Previous experience supporting students with IEPs in diverse classroom settings is highly regarded

Responsibilities:

• Deliver differentiated instruction for K-12 students with cognitive or learning disabilities
• Maintain and update IEPs, provide academic assessments, and collaborate with classroom paras, 1:1 aides, and behavior specialists
• Foster a positive, inclusive educational environment adapted to each student's needs
• Engage in ongoing professional development and training provided by the academic and special education departments
• Participate actively with the broader special education team and mentor support

Candidates gain access to mentorship, professional development, and a dynamic team of educators and specialists committed to student success. If you are passionate about making a difference in a supportive, resource-rich school setting, apply today to help shape the next generation of learners!