Special Ed Teacher - Portage, Michigan

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of students by supporting their growth as a Special Education Teacher focused on Emotional Impairment needs. Located near the vibrant Portage, MI area, this full-time contract role offers the opportunity to collaborate with dedicated colleagues while working with a manageable caseload of 12 students. Four of these students are supported in partnership with local high schools, and classroom sizes remain small, never exceeding eight students at a time based on daily attendance.

Work closely with paraeducator support in the classroom, ensuring individualized attention for every student. This environment is positive and secure; there are no physically aggressive students, allowing you to focus on each child’s educational and emotional well-being.

Desired Qualifications:

• Valid Special Education teaching certification with an Emotional Impairment endorsement
• Experience working with students with emotional or behavioral challenges strongly preferred
• Compassionate communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships
• Organized, flexible, and proactive in developing effective classroom strategies
• Dedicated to individualized instruction and collaborative teamwork

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, modify, and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for a caseload of 12 students
• Teach in a classroom setting with no more than eight students present on a given day
• Collaborate with local high schools to coordinate services for shared students
• Work alongside paraprofessional support to deliver targeted instructional and behavioral strategies
• Maintain positive, safe, and respectful learning environments tailored to each student’s needs

Be part of a supportive professional community that is committed to student success. If you are passionate about fostering growth, resilience, and confidence in students with emotional impairments, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to advance your career.
Submit your application today to help create brighter futures for exceptional learners!