ASD Teacher for Cardinal Elementary

Michigan Association of School Boards; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard View Schools is seeking an ASD Teacher for Cardinal Elementary School. The position requires state-certified Autism endorsement and a strong alignment to district curricula and assessment standards.

Ideal candidates will collaborate through co-teaching models, use technology regularly to enhance instruction, and contribute to curricular development while adhering to policies and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate with SE endorsement in Autism.
• K-12 endorsement in SE/SM/SA is required.
• Must meet 'highly qualified' status under No Child Left Behind.

Responsibilities

• Follow district and state curricula and assessment requirements.
• Maintain satisfactory rating in performance evaluations.
• Develop curriculum directions across varied subjects.
• Participate in building/district committees for curricular guidelines.
• Collaborate in co-teaching/team delivery of services.
• Prioritize LMS/tech integration to enhance instruction.
• Implement cooperative learning and higher order thinking skills.
• Utilize writing process and expository writing to boost learning.
• Pursue interdisciplinary instructional approaches.
• Follow Board policies and building regulations; perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Michigan teaching certificate with SE endorsement (Autism)

K-12 endorsement in SE/SM/SA

Highly qualified per No Child Left Behind

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Deadline: September 30, 2026
District/Organization: Orchard View Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: TBD

Job Posting: 26-27-14

Posting Type: Internal/External

Posting Date: August 17, 2026

Position: ASD Teacher

Location: Orchard View Cardinal Elementary School

Reports to: Building Principal

Deadline to apply: September 31, 2026 or until filled

Position Available: 2026/2027 Academic Year

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate with SE endorsement in the area of Autism
• Must meet state requirements in area of certification with K-12 endorsement in: SE, SM or SA
• Must meet criteria for “highly qualified” status under No Child Left Behind Act

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must follow district and state curricula and assessment requirements
• Must have satisfactory rating in most recent performance evaluation (formal or informal)
• Knowledge of current curriculum trends and ability to write and develop new curricular direction in varied subject areas
• Input/participation in building and district committee structure to develop new curricular guidelines for all ages
• Commitment to work effectively with fellow staff members, including co-teaching/teaming delivery of service
• Recent middle school special education teaching experience preferred
• Complete and submit all required paperwork, i.e., IEP’s, transition plans, Medicaid billings, behavior intervention plans, etc.
• Knowledge of technology as instruction tools or willingness to become knowledgeable through independent training as soon as possible and commitment to use same regularly to enhance instruction effectiveness
• Knowledge of, and ability to implement cooperative learning strategies on a regular basis
• Knowledge of an ability to implement higher order thinking skill development on a regular basis
• Knowledge of and ability to regularly use the writing process and expository writing to enhance teaching and learning
• Desire to develop an interdisciplinary approach to delivering instructional outcomes
• Follow and implement all Board of Education policies, administrative guidelines, and building regulations
• Willingness to perform other duties as necessary and/or directed by the principal and/or special education administrator

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.