2026-27 Special Education Teacher

Sylvania; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Waverly Community Schools in Michigan is seeking a 2026-27 Special Education Teacher for Waverly Middle School, starting August 2026. The teacher will plan instruction and adapt the education program to help students benefit from experiences.

The role requires Michigan special education certification and involves collaborating with staff, developing IEPs, and participating in MET and IEPT meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education with endorsement in at least one area of special education (ASDorCI preferred).
• Current Michigan special education teaching certification.

Responsibilities

• Instructs individuals and groups in special education skill areas.
• Plans curriculum, lessons, and specially designed instruction.
• Develop Individualized Education Program(s) for students based on evaluation data and research-based practices.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and other staff to provide support and documentation for the REED process.
• Participate in MET/IEPT meetings and in IEP development and reviews.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

English communication

Team participation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education with endorsement in Special Education

Michigan teaching certification in Special Education

Job description

WAVERLY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Position Announcement

Job Title: 2026-27 Special Education Teacher

Location: Waverly Middle School

Start Date: August 2026

Salary Range/ Level: Per the current WEA Master Agreement - $48,476 - $90,155

Terms of Employment: School Year

Date Posted: August 5, 2026

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for planning instruction and/or adaptation of the education program to enablestudenttobenefitfrom educational experiences. Reports to building principal primarily for school and student related matters.Reports to Director of Special Services for general directionregardingstudents and/or programs.

Essential Job Functions

• Instructs individuals and groups in special education skill areas
• Plans curriculum, lessons, and specially designed instruction.
• Maintainsa safe and welcomingphysical environment
• Evaluates student progress based on work output and observation,determinesgoals,objectivesand directions
• Prepares report cards, educational records, IEP forms, classroom observation records, and other forms
• Participates as a member of Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET)
• Chairs and/orparticipatesas a member of Individualized Education Plan Team (IEPT)
• Assistswith development/implementation of Functional Behavioral Assessment and Plan
• Promotes communication and collaboration with staff on behalf of the students on caseload
• Completes all paperwork asrequired
• Promotes communication and collaboration with parents of students on caseload
• Participates in all assigned In-Service training and staff meetings
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Functions

• Develop Individualized Education Program(s) for students based on evaluation data andresearch basedpractices
• Support student learning in the least restrictive environment
• Differentiate instruction to ensure student’s progress
• Document student progress on goals andobjectives, accommodations, service time, and discipline/suspensions
• Collaborate with all service providers, general educationteachersand other staff toassistin providing support and documentation for the implementation and review of existing evaluation data (REED) process
• Provide support to general education classroom teachers
• Develop implement and evaluate the effectiveness of behavior support plans
• Participate in special education/building/district meetings
• Log andmaintainmonthly Service Capture reporting requirements for Medicaid Billingandto document students’ goals andobjectives, accommodations, and other IEP related services
• Participateand support implementation of interventions in theStudent Success Team process asappropriate perbuilding principal and/or special education supervisor
• Participate in implementation of positive behavior support initiative (PBIS) building initiatives
• Integrate technology use in the classroom

Parent and Community Engagement

• Make andmaintainregular, positive contact with parents via phone calls, email and/or home visits including communicating studentprogress
• Establish andmaintaineffective written and oral communication and rapport with students,parentsand colleagues
• Participate in parent meetings, including IEP’s and Parent/Teacher Conferences
• Contribute to the development of a positive attitude between the school and the wider community through cooperative relations, publications, competitions, etc.

Other Duties

• Display physical, social, mentaland emotional soundnessin order toexecute the duties of job
• Serve as a role model for all students and withinschoolcommunity.
• Interact with co-workers, administration, students,parentsand the community in positive,supportiveand cooperative ways
• Encourage the team spirit and contribute as a team member in thedecision makingprocesses of the school asfacilitatedby the building administrator
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees asrequired.
• Contribute to extra-curricular activities and school programs, including recess duty as requested
• Maintain and promote school district goals andobjectives
• Comply withstate, federal and District policies, procedures, rules, and the union contract
• Regular and on-time attendance isrequired
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education with endorsement in at least one area of special education (ASDorCIpreferred)
• Currentappropriate Michiganspecial education teaching certification

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of current research as to how children learn and the ability to motivate student to perform at their best
• Demonstrated competency in the administration and interpretation of academic testing and development of behavior support plans
• Demonstrated ability to work in an economically, culturally, and racially diverse environment
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in the Englishlanguage, both orally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction, by using a variety of styles, and inspire mixed culture and ability classes by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students
• Demonstrated ability toparticipateas a member of the team
• Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Ability to demonstrate the character traits of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring when interacting with staff, students, and community members.

ADA Requirements

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear (in a quiet or noisy environment). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust/focus.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Mental Functions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile, and negotiate.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Non-Discrimination

The Waverly Community Schools will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status.

Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations: Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at [phone] or [e-mail].