Elementary Autism Spectrum Disorder Teacher - FTE

Elementary Autism Spectrum Disorder Teacher - 1.0 FTE

Kelloggsville Public Schools Central Kelloggsville Elementary - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Job : 5650379
Final date to receive applications: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Apr 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Central Kelloggsville Elementary (3rd-5th Grade)

Effective: 2026-27 School Year

Maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; provide a safe and optimal learning environment.

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certification;
• Special Education endorsement in ASD preferred;
• Must meet State of Michigan Professional Development requirements;
• Knowledge of evidenced based practices in Autism;
• Knowledge in behavior support strategies;
• Bilingual skills helpful;

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc., as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs;
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles;
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans;
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding special education and students;
• Serve as the Special Education Teacher on the Individual Education Plan (IEP) team for all assigned students and implement and oversee all aspects of the student's adopted IEP;
• Ability to write, develop, edit and implement IEPs, complete and edit progress reports, develop and/or complete assessments and other documents as assigned within the time frames as assigned;
• Utilize developmentally based, research-supported techniques and therapies;
• High level of communication and organizational skills;
• Interact with co-workers, administration, students, parents, and the community in a positive, supportive and cooperative way;
• Ability to relate and work effectively with parents, staff, students, and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community;
• Knowledge and awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others;
• Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the District;
• Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.

Per KEA Master Agreement

Please send email to Mr. Eric Alcorn, Assistant Superintendent of HR; ealcorn

Kelloggsville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other legally prohibited basis in its employment decisions or the provision of services.

Position Type: Full-Time

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Eric Alcorn
• 242 52nd St SE
• Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548
• Phone:
• Email: ealcorn