Elementary Special Education

Michigan Association of School Boards; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Centreville Public Schools in Centreville, MI is seeking an Elementary Special Education Teacher to join our elementary team. The starting date is Immediate, and the position requires a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a Special Education Endorsement and a commitment to student growth.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of a recognized college or university, highly qualified under Michigan standards, with knowledge of PBIS, data-driven instruction, and developmentally appropriate

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a Special Education Endorsement.
• Graduate of a recognized college or university.
• Highly Qualified, as defined by the Michigan Department of Education.

Skills

Special education expertise

PBIS implementation

Trauma-informed practices

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Special Education

Job description

Deadline: December 22, 2026
District/Organization: Centreville Public Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time

CENTREVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

CENTREVILLE, MI 49032

October 2026

NOTICE OF VACANCY

POSITION: Elementary Special Education Teacher

STARTING DATE: Immediately

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a Special Education Endorsement.
• Graduate of a recognized college or university.
• Highly Qualified, as defined by the Michigan Department of Education.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current certification in district-approved crisis de-escalation and non-violent physical intervention (i.e., CPI, Safety-Care).
• Full endorsement in Emotional Impairment (SE) under MARSE R 340.1787.
• Master's Degree in Special Education or related field.
• Two to three years of experience providing behavioral intervention, PBIS, or teaching in an early elementary special education setting.
• Sound knowledge of Michigan Special Education Rules, including R340.1706 (Emotional Impairment Criteria), R 340.1741 (EI Programs), R 340.1721b (Timelines), and R 340.1781/R 340.1783 (Teacher Endorsement/Approvals).
• Deep understanding of early childhood behavior modification, PBIS, FBA/BIP formulation, trauma-informed practices, and developmentally appropriate co-regulation.
• Proficiency in data-driven decision-making, daily behavioral tracking systems, and converting behavioral data into actionable IEP goals.
• Strong early elementary pedagogy skills, with the ability to deliver foundational academic instruction (phonics, early math) integrated with social-emotional skill-building.

SALARY: As per the contract.

Centreville Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in its employment decision or the provision of services.