Special Education Teacher | Fenton, Michigan

Step into a dynamic educational environment catering to the needs of diverse learners for the  school year. Multiple contract openings are available for dedicated special education professionals passionate about making a real impact in urban school settings. Assignments range from self-contained to resource classrooms, with opportunities to support students with cognitive and emotional impairments (K-12), as well as those with learning disabilities at various grade levels.

Class sizes are capped at 22, and you'll be joining a strong support network of experienced paraprofessionals, behavior specialists, and a dedicated special education team-empowering you to focus on what matters most: your students.

Key

Qualifications:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with preferred endorsements in Emotional Impairment (EI), Cognitive Impairment (CI), or Learning Disabilities (LD). MDE ZA (Early Childhood) and another special education endorsement also considered.
• Comfortable with urban school challenges and committed to supporting students with varying needs.
• Understanding of Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) and IDEA Federal Regulations.
• Ability to communicate how you would address the needs and struggles of urban children and identify appropriate resources for students and families.
• Copy of official university transcripts required prior to placement.
• Previous experience in self-contained or resource classrooms strongly preferred.

Role Expectations:

• Deliver individualized instruction and support for K-12 students in self-contained or resource classroom settings.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, behavior specialists, and special education teams.
• Adapt and modify curriculum for diverse learners, ensuring full compliance with IEPs and MARSE guidelines.
• Participate in professional development, mentorship programs, and ongoing training from the Academic team.
• Onsite presence required during school hours, 35 hours per week; interviews will be conducted remotely.

Start your next chapter guiding and inspiring students in a supportive, well-resourced environment. Apply now to shape the future of special education and empower learners to reach their full potential!