Elementary Special Education Teacher (ASD Focused Level IV)

Sylvania; Hastings (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a full-time Elementary Special Education Teacher in Hastings, Michigan. This role focuses on supporting students with moderate cognitive and behavioral needs in an ASD-focused setting. Candidates should have experience or a passion for working with students on the spectrum, valuing structure and individualized instruction.

The position requires a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with ASD, CI, or EI endorsement, emphasizing effective classroom practices and management while collaborating with parents and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience with students on the spectrum.
• Knowledge of augmentative and assistive technologies.
• Ability to lift thirty pounds.

Responsibilities

• Individualize instruction and classroom practices.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and staff.
• Evaluate student performance using assessments.
• Comply with special education requirements including IEP processes.

Skills

Individualized instruction

Effective communication

Behavior management

Use of assistive devices

Education

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with ASD, CI, or EI endorsement

Job description

This full‑time, salaried role supports students with moderate cognitive and behavioral needs in an ASD‑focused Level IV setting.

We’re seeking an educator with experience or a passion for working with students on the spectrum – someone who values structure, patience, and individualized instruction.

Title

Elementary Special Education Teacher (Level IV)

Qualifications

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with an ASD, CI, or EI endorsement

Job Goal

To meet the educational needs of students on caseload and to comply with the special education requirements, including but not limited to completion of evaluations, reports, participation in meetings, development of educational goals, delivery of services, and consultation with appropriate individuals.

Essential Duties

• Individualize instruction and classroom practices to meet the unique needs of students.
• Develop activities in the classroom, school building, and community as appropriate to meet the needs of students and provide supervision during school hours.
• Maintain effective communications and relationships with students, parents, administrators, school personnel, and community representatives.
• Demonstrate effective management of student behavior using district‑approved techniques and maintain a safe and orderly classroom.
• Maintain accurate and timely records.
• Evaluate student performance using formal and informal assessments.
• Maintain a written lesson plan for instructional activities that utilize and integrate technology.
• Demonstrate skills to meet the needs of students using equipment, materials, and resources.
• Consult and coordinate with support staff to ensure the effectiveness of instructional programming.
• Effectively participate in meetings, committees, staffing, and other required district activities, including but not limited to parent/teacher conferences, IEPs, school improvement, team meetings, department meetings, and professional development.
• Follow prescribed building emergency procedures, including but not limited to tornado, fire, crisis, medical, and abuse/neglect.
• Inform the Supervisor of Special Education immediately of emergencies, accidents, or illness, and document on appropriate district report forms and submit to the Supervisor.
• Prepare for and participate in the IEP and MET process.
• Comply with Medicaid billing procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Be aware of various augmentative and assistive devices and techniques, and utilize them in the classroom whenever possible.
• Be able to address the specific medical needs of students, as parents and doctors deem necessary.
• Dispense and record student medications and communicate regularly with the school nurse.
• Directly oversee paraprofessionals.

Physical Aspects of the Job

• Physically assist with aggressive student behavior.
• Walk long distances in community‑based instruction.
• Demonstrate home living skills and provide hands‑on assistance to students.
• Always use universal precautions for personal health and safety.
• Participate in CPI, CPR, AED, Ukeru, and First‑Aid training.
• Must be able to lift thirty (30) pounds.
• Required to have a physical presence at the designated job site each scheduled work day.

General Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to Board Policies and Procedures.

Reports to

Supervisor of Special Education/Principal

Evaluation

The performance of this job will be evaluated per the provisions established by the Administration.