Special Education; MOCI Teacher

Hazel Park is seeking applicants for the position of Special Education Teacher - Cognitive Impairment Endorsement (SE) serving students in grades 6-8.

• Position Type:
  Special Education / Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 6/24/2026

• 10‑month, Full‑time, Hazel Park Educational Association (H.P.E.A.) Position
• Hazel Park Educational Association (H.P.E.A.) Collective Bargaining Agreement Salary Schedule
• Reports to Building Principal

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a Cognitive Impairment Endorsement (SE) required
• Highly Qualified in accordance with No Child Left Behind Guidelines
• Experience in providing instructional services to students who are certified Cognitive Impaired
• Experience in developing Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans
• Ability to write, implement, and monitor IEPs
• Knowledge and/or understanding of consistent use of data to monitor student growth, inform instruction, and develop interventions
• Experience in differentiated instruction, Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports Systems, and individualized programming options for students
• Ability to integrate technology into the curriculum
• Superior communication skills in writing and speaking with all levels of management and staff
• Applicants must be able to show proof of a satisfactory criminal background check as defined by state standards

• Provide differentiated instruction to students on caseload
• Evaluate and monitor student growth, and develop targeted interventions
• Maintain contact with parents of caseload students
• Complete caseload monthly Medicaid Billing
• Plan and participate in MET and IEPT meetings when appropriate
• Consult, communicate, and collaborate with other professionals regarding specific students, educational plans and programs
• Adapt materials and activities according to students needs
• Maintain records in accordance with professional standards, federal and state guidelines, and school district policy
• Prioritize and schedule tasks
• Transition planning for Adult Transition students
• Functional Curriculum for Moderate Cognitive Impaired students
• Work Base Learning and Community Base Instruction
• PBIS tiers of support
• Support systems for young adults with Autism
• Manage inventory of equipment, assessments, and supplies
• CPI Training preferred
• Direct and supervise the classroom paraprofessional
• Other duties as assigned by administrator

Accordance with the Salary Schedule - H.P.E.A. Contract

Post Date:
March 24, 2023

Start Date:

Beginning of 23-24 School Year

Reports To:

Building Principal