Online Special Education Teacher

Summit Academy North is currently seeking a positive, creative and energetic part time Online Special Education Teacher to join our Summit Family!

Do you have a passion for creativity and innovation within the classroom? Are you interested in working with a diverse population of students in a safe, family friendly environment? If so, Summit Academy North is the place for you!

Our doors at Summit Academy North have been open for 25 years, educating students from Preschool through 12th grade. Located in Romulus, MI, our beautiful buildings are filled with over 1,600 inspiring students.

On any day, one can expect to find classrooms bursting with energy, as well as shared leadership, collaboration, and the freedom of our teachers to educate students to their fullest potential. We are recognized for our powerful mentoring program and year round professional development practices.

We offer before and after school activities for all students, including band, music and an athletic program.

Inspiring staff can be found every day throughout the buildings at Summit Academy North, helping students reach new heights in education. Could that staff member be you?

The Part-Time Online Special Education Teacher provides specialized instruction and academic support to students with disabilities in a virtual learning environment. This position develops and delivers individualized, standards-aligned instruction, implements IEP accommodations and services, and monitors student progress. The Online Special Education Teacher collaborates with families, general education teachers, related service providers, and school staff to support student achievement and ensure a positive online learning experience.

• Provide specialized instruction to students in an online learning environment.

• Develop and implement instruction aligned with student IEPs, curriculum, and state standards.

• Implement IEP accommodations, modifications, goals, and services as required.

• Monitor and document student academic and behavioral progress.

• Adapt instruction and learning materials to meet individual student needs.

• Provide individual and small-group instruction through virtual platforms.

• Maintain regular communication with students, families, teachers, and support staff.

• Participate in IEP meetings and assist with the development and review of IEPs.

• Maintain accurate and timely special education records and documentation.

• Use assessment data to identify student needs and adjust instruction.

• Support students in developing academic, organizational, communication, and self-advocacy skills.

• Establish consistent expectations and maintain an engaging and supportive virtual classroom environment.

• Collaborate with general education teachers and related service providers to support student success.

• Maintain confidentiality of student information.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to analyze student data, IEPs, and assessment results.

• Strong instructional, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to adapt instruction to meet diverse learning needs.

• Ability to effectively communicate through virtual platforms.

• Ability to manage multiple students, responsibilities, and deadlines.

• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and exercise sound judgment.

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.

• Ability to remain seated or stationary while providing virtual instruction.

• Ability to frequently use a computer, keyboard, mouse, headset, and other technology.

• Ability to communicate verbally for extended periods.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education,…