Special Education Teacher and TC

Athens Area Schools

East Leroy Elementary

4320 K Drive South, East Leroy, MI 49051

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POSITION:
Special Education Teacher

Full-time: 5 Case Load and .5 Special Education Consultant

Reports to:

Building Principal

Salary:
Per Athens Education Association Master Agreement

Effective Date:
August 24, 2026

• Education:
  
  Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education from an accredited college or university.
• Preferred:
  Possession of a Master’s Degree, or current enrollment in a Master’s degree program, will be given significant weight.
• Certification:
  Valid Michigan teaching certificate.
• Preferred: ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) or EI (Emotional Impairment) certification is highly recommended. Additional weight will be given to candidates possessing multiple certifications.
• Skills:
  
  Strong foundation in the essential instructional practices in literacy and mathematics.

Instructional & Case Management Duties (0.5)

• Curriculum Delivery:
  Teach and implement the Athens Area Schools-approved curriculum with fidelity.
• IEP Development:
  Design, write, and effectively implement individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to student needs.
• Classroom Management:
  Deliver highly effective classroom instruction while maintaining a positive, structured learning environment.
• Data-Driven Instruction:
  Regularly assess and progress-monitor student growth, utilizing data to actively drive and adjust instruction.

Consultant & Departmental Duties (0.5)

• Consultative Support:
  Serve as a Special Education Consultant, collaborating with general education staff, administration, and families to support student accommodations and interventions.
• Professional Development:
  Attend specialized meetings regarding special education development and actively share insights, strategies, and updates with the broader special education department.
• Collaboration:
  
  Actively participate as a core member of the building team to drive the continuous improvement of instruction across the school.

Professional Expectations & Engagement

• Communication:
  Maintain excellent, proactive communication with students, parents, administration, and colleagues.
• Adaptability:
  Demonstrate openness to continuous change, evolving educational strategies, and professional growth.
• School Culture:
  Willingness to participate in a variety of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities, including staff and curriculum development initiatives.
• Professionalism:
  Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Perform other related duties as assigned by the administration.

Send cover letter, resume, and credentials to:
Amy Hughes, Principal, East Leroy Elementary School, 4320 K Drive South, East Leroy, MI 49051, Telephone: , Email: hughesa

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Deadline:
Until Filled