Elementary Resource Room Teacher

Applitrack; Oak Grove (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Special Education Elementary Resource Teacher at R. Grant Graham Elementary in Michigan to support students’ academic, social, and transition goals. You will implement IEPs, collect data, and develop behavior plans while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

The position requires collaboration with families and staff, strong knowledge of development theories, and the ability to manage varied student needs during the 2026-2027 school year.

Qualifications

• The selected candidate will meet state standards and demonstrate strong knowledge of special education service delivery models.
• Ability to develop Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance statements, IEP goals, and behavior plans.
• Must have Non-violent Crisis Intervention training and working knowledge of special education law.

Responsibilities

• Participate in developing and promoting the special education philosophy of service delivery.
• Collect accurate ongoing data on student programming.
• Collaborate with staff, students, parents and community.
• Provide direct instruction for certified students in academic, communication and social skills; transition.
• Direct program paraeducators.
• Assess student progress and maintain special education records.
• Communicate progress to parents; ensure compliance with state/federal rules.

Skills

Modification & accommodations

IEP goals & objectives

Functional Behavior Assessments

Behavior plans

Special education law

Disabilities experience

High energy & quick responder

Training attendance

Physical capabilities

Data collection & collaboration

Education

Michigan Certification with appropriate endorsement

Michigan Special Education endorsement (ASD, EI, CI preferred)

Job description

• Position Type:
  Special Education/ Special Education Teacher
  

POSITIONPOSTED: SPECIAL EDUCATION –ElementaryResource Teacher

LOCATION: R.GRANT GRAHAM ELEMENTARY

FTE: 1.0

SCHOOL YEAR: 2026-2027

Qualifications:

The individual selected for this assignment will be the one who offers the best combination of qualities in accordance with the following standards and requirements:

• Current Michigan Certification with appropriate endorsement for specified subject areas.
• Current Michigan Certification with special education endorsement, ASD, EI, and/or CI preferred.
• Knowledge of the techniques of modification and accommodations as they relate to the general education curriculum.
• Proficiency in developing Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance statements, IEP goals and objectives, Functional Behavior Assessments, and behavior plans.
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention training
• Must have a working knowledge of special education law
• Experience working with students with a variety of disabilities including ASD, SLD, EI, CI, VI, HI, PI, OHI, SLI, and ADHD.
• The ability to meet physical demands, including but not limited to: run, kneel, sit on the floor and rise from the floor, and the ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Should have a high energy level and the ability to respond quickly to a variety of situations
• Flexibility and willingness to attend training
• A conceptual understanding of human growth and development, learning theories and teaching methodologies, special education service delivery models, and state and federal rules related to special education.
• Regularly, Reliable and punctual attendance is an essential job function

Reports to:

Special EducationResourceProgram Teachers are supervised by the building principal in matters concerning day-to-day operations. They work under the direction of and are responsible to the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services for program coordination and development.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• *Participate in the development and promotion of the special education philosophy of service and delivery.
• *Collect accurate ongoing data on student programming.
• *Demonstrate good interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with staff members/students/parents and the community.
• *Provide direct instruction for special education certified students, in the areas of academic skills, communication skills, social skills, transition.
• *Provide direction to program paraeducators.
• *Demonstrate the ability to assess students' progress.
• *Development and maintenance of special education records.
• *Communicate with parents regarding student progress.
• *Proficient in facilitating, writing, and implementing IEP's and Behavior Plans.
• *Develop IEP's that are in compliance with goals and objectives that provide for educational benefit.
• *Remain in compliance with all State and Federal rules and regulations that govern Special Education.
• *Demonstrate knowledge in utilizing assistive technology for students.
• *Assist students with basic needs including feeding, toileting, etc.
• *Ability to coordinate schedules of students within the program and/or job site placements.
• *Ability to develop collaborative Transition services for students.
• *Work collaboratively with Michigan Rehabilitation Services, Community Mental Health, Social Security and ARC
• *Maintain open and meaningful communication regarding all disabled students
• *Maintain confidentiality of school-related information.
• *Participate in and utilize information gained inappropriate staff development.
• *Demonstrates understanding of students' needs, and interacts appropriately with students, parents, and other employees.
• *Demonstrates initiative and creativity with individual children and their program implementations; follows through with prescribed behavioral management