Special Education Teacher - MI

Special Education Teacher - MI (2025-26 school year)

Michigan City Area Schools A.K. SMITH CAREER CENTER - Michigan City, Indiana Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Michigan City Area Schools

Job : 5286683
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jul 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Assignment Category: 1.0

Education Required Level: Bachelor’s Degree, minimum

• Provide direct support to students in a classroom by delivering instruction and ensuring learning through a variety of co-teaching models and strategies.
• Ensure appropriate accommodations to the curriculum, lessons and learning environment. Instruction can be provided within the regular classroom setting or resource setting.
• Design classroom activities and lessons with multiple levels so that all students meet their IEP goals.
• Formally and informally assess the student learning (rather than relying solely on a standardized curriculum) to create a comprehensive learning program.
• Set high expectations that are suitable for the students. Assessments may be differentiated based on each individual student's plan. This may require developing alternative assessments.
• Build a partnership with families, encouraging their active participation in students’ learning.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
• Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
• Use relevant technology to support instruction
• Observe and evaluate student's performance and development
• Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
• Provide guidance and direction to classroom support staff
• Conduct case conferences as required
• Interpret assessment results for parents and, where appropriate, for students and school staff
• Assist in the development of other components of students' developmental, health and social history as required
• Serve as a resource and collaborate with outside agencies as appropriate
• Complete DOErequired annual assessments (i.e., IAM, ILEARN)
• Attend and participate in special education staff meetings
• Establish positive relationships with students by supporting students with academic problems and providing student encouragement
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations
• Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
• Participates as a member of the Special Education Building Team. Assists in screening, evaluating, and making recommendations regarding the placement and program for these students.
• Develops and implements an individualized education program and behavior plan for each child complimentary to his/her educational, social and emotional strengths and weaknesses as defined through the evaluation and I.E.P. process.
• Completes necessary reports and daily record keeping as required by state and local policies and procedures.

• Bachelor's Degree in Education
• Valid Indiana Teacher License or Valid Out of State Teacher License
• Relevant endorsement is required (eg Mild Disabilities and/or Intense, etc.)

Payment Type:
Salary, per MCEA Agreement

Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, annuity contribution, ITRF, life insurance

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