Cognitive Impairment SPED Teacher — Self-Contained

MEMSPA; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitzgerald Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher – Cognitive Impairment, self-contained, at Westview Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. The district offers competitive salary and benefits and supports professional growth.

The role requires Michigan certification with cognitive impairment endorsement, strong collaboration, data-driven decision making, and effective classroom management to support diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Endorsement in SA – Cognitive Impairment.
• Ability to manage time, self-directed.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Patience to work with diverse populations and language barriers.
• Experience with data driven decision making.
• Familiar with the Common Core standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on course planning, skill assessment and instruction.
• Implement the Common Core essential elements.
• Participate in professional development and apply best practices.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Develop and administer assessments to gauge student competency.
• Assess progress and provide feedback to students, parents and administration.
• Instruct students to improve academics through a defined course of study.
• Manage student behavior to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Maintain accurate records as required by law and policy.
• Accommodate learning disabilities and involve district specialists as needed.
• Participate in co-teaching with a special education teacher.
• Encourage students to set and maintain classroom standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.

Skills

Teaching certificate

Endorsement in Cognitive Impairment

Time management

Confidentiality

Verbal and written communication

Patience with diverse population

Data-driven decision making

Familiar with Common Core standards

Education

Michigan teaching certificate

Job description

Fitzgerald Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher – Cognitive Impairment, self-contained, at Westview Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. The district offers competitive salary and benefits and supports professional growth.

The role requires Michigan certification with cognitive impairment endorsement, strong collaboration, data-driven decision making, and effective classroom management to support diverse learners.