Elementary Resource Room Teacher (2894)

Rochester Community Schools; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Community Schools in Rochester Hills, MI seeks a Resource Room Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The 1.0 FTE vacancy at Brooklands and University Hills Elementary Schools provides specialized instruction to students with disabilities under IEPs, in collaboration with general education staff and families.

The role emphasizes access to the general education curriculum in the least restrictive environment, ongoing progress monitoring, case management, and effective communication with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in area of major study preferred.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate in area of Responsibility.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instruction to elementary students with disabilities in varied learning environments.
• Facilitates case management, including developing IEPs and maintaining records.
• Conducts assessments to monitor progress and inform instruction.
• Communicates with parents and guardians about programs, progress, and goals.
• Collaborates with general education staff to support inclusive practices in LRE.
• Utilizes technology for record-keeping and instructional support.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by administration.

Skills

Physical and mental ability

Alternative qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in area of major study preferred

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate in area of Responsibility

Job description

October 12, 2026

We announce the following TEACHING vacancy in the Rochester Community Schools for the 2026-2027 school year.

RESOURCE ROOM TEACHER

1.0 FTE TOTAL

Brooklands & University HillsELEMENTARYSCHOOLS

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate in area of Responsibility
• Bachelor’s degree in area of major study preferred.
• Physical and mental ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

SALARY:

Per Rochester Education Association Master Agreement

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Special Education Resource Teacher provides individualized and small-group instruction to elementary students with disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The teacher collaborates with general education staff, families, and service providers to support access to the general education curriculum and promote student success in the least restrictive environment.

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal, Executive Director of Special Education, Special Education Supervisor

JOB GOALS:

To support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth of students with disabilities by providing individualized instruction and collaborating with school staff and families to ensure students have access to and make progress in the general education curriculum within the least restrictive environment.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Provides direct instruction in a variety of learning environments, staying current on best practices and collaborating with curriculum consultants to ensure specialized instruction aligns with district-wide academic standards and promotes student growth.
2. Facilitates case management services for students eligible for special education, including developing IEPs and related documents, and maintaining accurate records to ensure implementation with fidelity.
3. Conducts formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress, inform instruction, and determine eligibility for services.
4. Communicates regularly with parents and guardians to address questions and concerns related to students’ programs and services, and partners with families to ensure they are informed and engaged in their child’s progress, IEP goals, and support strategies.
5. Collaborates with general education teachers and staff to ensure appropriate instruction and support inclusive practices in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).
6. Utilizes technology for record-keeping and to support instructional access and student learning.
7. Performs other duties as assigned by the Special Education Administrator or Building Principal.

ROCHESTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Rochester Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, creed or ancestry, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, familial status, arrest record or physical and mental disabilities in accordance with the Elliot-Larson Civil Rights Act (ELCRA) MCL 37.2206, Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act (PWCRA), MCL 37.1206, Title II, Title VI, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendment Act of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (8U.S.C., Section 1324A Et. Seq.) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In addition, individuals will not be excluded from, or be denied, the benefits of participation in any program or activity for which the Board of Education of the Rochester Community School District is responsible.

Please visit the Rochester Community Schools Policies and Title IX webpage: https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/human-resources/policies

You can also visit our website at www.rochester.k12.mi.us and search “Notice of Nondiscrimination”