Special Education Teacher

Deadline: December 29, 2026
District/Organization: Hillsdale Community Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: $43,713 -$85,000

Hillsdale Community Schools is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join the team at Gier Elementary School. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with staff and families to provide individualized instruction and support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth.

• Provide specially designed instruction that meets students’ individual learning needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, families, and support staff to promote student success.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements.

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a special education endorsement.
• Compliance with all applicable federal and state qualification requirements.
• Endorsement in Emotional Impairment (EI) or Cognitive Impairment (CI) preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to supporting the individual needs of elementary students.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of application to:

Becky LaFollette, Gier Principal
Hillsdale Community Schools
30 S. Norwood Ave.
Hillsdale, MI 49242