Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Clarkston Community Schools; Michigan; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarkston Community Schools is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves developing educational plans, assessing student achievements, and collaborating with staff and parents to support students with special needs. Candidates must hold a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Special Education Certification and demonstrate physical stamina for the role.

Qualifications

• Must meet Highly Qualified standard under ESSA.
• Experience teaching AAC devices.

Responsibilities

• Develop measurable goals and behavior plans.
• Assess students' achievement and develop instructional strategies.
• Prepare daily lesson plans aligned with each student's IEP.

Skills

Physical Stamina

Collaboration

Education

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Special Education Certification

Job description

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

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Position Details

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
2025-2026 School Year (1.0 FTE)

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Special Education Certification or in process, with SA or ZA endorsement preferred.
• Must meet the Highly Qualified standard under the ESSA OR be recommended for a certificate or endorsement, signifying full approval in a special education area by an institution of higher education, as approved by the state board of education.
• Demonstrate physical stamina necessary for assisting with lifting and moving students up to 26 years of age; including repetitive stooping, squatting, bending, lifting (up to 40 lbs), walking, kneeling, and reaching, while maintaining personal balance and stability; implementing behavior intervention plans and performing essential job duties.

Essential Duties

• Develop Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance, measurable goals and objectives, and behavior plans.
• Experience teaching the use of AAC devices.
• Assess students' achievement and develop instructional strategies to meet individual educational needs.
• Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and strategies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) and Individualized Education Program Team (IEP) meetings, and prepare reports and plans in collaboration with a team including parents.
• Implement health care procedures as per administrative procedures.
• Coordinate and implement behavior intervention plans according to district policy and regulations.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with parents, staff, and community services agencies.
• Collaborate with general education staff to foster inclusion opportunities for students with IEPs.
• Maintain effective communication with parents and staff, and document student progress.
• Prepare and implement daily lesson plans aligned with each student's IEP.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service activities, and school improvement teams.

Salary

Placement according to the current Teacher's Master Agreement.

Application Procedure

• Visit www.clarkston.k12.mi.us/hr, click “Departments”, then “Human Resources”, then “Certified Openings”.
• Click “View” on the desired position, then “Login and Apply”, and follow prompts.

Alternatively, candidates may submit:

• Formal letter of application
• Resume outlining qualifications and experience
• Copy of certificate

Mailing Address

Clarkston Community Schools
ATTN: Human Resources Department/T. Browne
6389 Clarkston Road
Clarkston, MI 48346