Special Education Teacher - Postsecondary Moderate Cognitive Impairment​/Dual Diagnosis

Position Details

• Position Type:
  Special Education / Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 2/5/2026
• Location:
  
  Lamphere Center
• District:
  Lamphere Schools

Postsecondary Special Education Teacher for Moderate Cognitive Impairment/Dual Diagnosis

Building(s):
Lamphere Center

Salary:
At the appropriate step on the salary schedule

Plus $7,500 annual stipend

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate preferred or a bachelor's degree with enrollment in a teacher preparation program
• Special Education endorsement to teach cognitively impaired (SA) or emotionally impaired (SE), required OR willing to pursue education to obtain endorsement
• Additional training and expertise with emotional and pervasive developmental disorders, preferred
• Willingness to be trained in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniques
• Understanding of behavioral intervention techniques
• Proficiency in Google Suite applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, etc.) and online sourcing tools with functional knowledge of internet use for search platforms
• Must be reliable and punctual with excellent work‑related attendance record
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Prior ASD teaching experience preferred
• With training, is able to implement emergency seclusion and restraint procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills required
• Ability to withstand the strain of teaching
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable

• Provides effective individualized instruction and services to address the academic, social and physical needs to secondary level students with significant developmental disabilities as well as behavioral and/or medical concerns
• Facilitate student progress in the transition focused functional curriculum, establish and maintain a safe, orderly structured classroom
• Work cooperatively with administration, multidisciplinary team, general and special education colleagues, families and agencies to provide appropriate services for assigned students
• Assure student safety and safety of others by implementing only approved Positive Behavior Support methods and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniques to address behavioral issues as required
• Provide service and maintain records including Medicaid billing according to compliance standards established for the district, state and federal rules, regulations and procedures
• Coordinate necessary meetings and paperwork including METs and IEPs for caseload students, ensure accommodations are complied with and all timelines are attained
• Assume a leadership role in directing the activities of paraprofessional staff by providing necessary support, communication, direction and feedback
• Utilize Nonviolent Crisis Intervention strategies with dealing within appropriate behaviors
• Maintain regular, positive communication with parents and Lamphere Center staff regarding caseload students
• Participate in a trans disciplinary service delivery model with related service providers, such as Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language service providers, Physical Therapists, Psychologist, and School Social Workers
• Provide information to parents regarding appropriate community agencies and resources
• Continue professional development through membership in organizations, conference and workshop attendance, and/or university course work
• Must demonstrate reliability and punctuality, with a strong record of consistent attendance. Regular and dependable presence during school hours is essential.
• Such alternatives to the above responsibilities as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable

• This position is classified as Exempt
• Employment is contingent upon disclosure in accordance with PA-189.
• All staff members are expected to maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward one another at all times.

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Selected candidates will be required to have a district paid fingerprint criminal history check processed through the Michigan State Police and FBI.

It shall be the policy of the district not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by law.