Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Special Education Teacher (Behavior Support Room) |  School Year

Location: Hastings, Michigan
Position Type: Full-Time, In-Person
Pay: Competitive Compensation Based on Experience

Birch Agency is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to support students in a secondary-level behavior support classroom for the school year in Hastings, Michigan. This is a full-time, in-person opportunity for an educator who is passionate about helping students with behavioral and emotional needs achieve academic, social, and personal success while working as part of a collaborative educational team.

• Provide specialized instruction and behavioral support within a secondary behavior support classroom setting.

• Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) aligned with student goals and needs.

• Utilize evidence-based behavior intervention strategies and positive behavior support practices.

• Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success.

• Monitor student academic, behavioral, and social-emotional progress and maintain accurate documentation.

• Conduct progress monitoring and contribute to IEP meetings and evaluations.

• Create and maintain a structured, safe, and supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement and growth.

• Support students in developing self-regulation, coping, and social skills necessary for success in school and beyond.

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with appropriate Special Education endorsement.

• Experience working with middle school or high school students with behavioral, emotional, or social-emotional support needs preferred.

• Knowledge of behavior intervention strategies, classroom management techniques, and positive behavior supports.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

• Commitment to fostering inclusive educational opportunities and supporting diverse learner needs.

• Competitive compensation package.

• Full-time employment opportunity for the  school year.

• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.

• Dedicated recruiter and clinical support throughout the assignment.

• Professional development and growth opportunities.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and families.

Join Birch Agency and make a difference in the lives of students by providing critical academic and behavioral support during the  school year in Hastings, Michigan.

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