Elementary Special Education Teacher – Early Intervention (Birth to Three Years)

Oakland Human Resources Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Oakland Human Resources Consortium is helping Madison District Public Schools hire a compassionate Special Education Teacher for birth to three years under the Early Intervention program. Services are delivered in the home, childcare settings, and community locations based on each child’s IFSP.

Eligible candidates hold a Michigan Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood Special Education and must travel within the district to serve families, with emphasis on family-centered, collaborative

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with approval in Early Childhood Special Education (ZS) or endorsement appropriate for infants and toddlers.
• Knowledge of Michigan Administrative Rule 340.1862 and early intervention service models.
• Experience working with families and young children with developmental delays or disabilities preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel to home and community settings within the district.

Responsibilities

• Provide special education services as specified in each child’s IFSP.
• Conduct developmental assessments and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to determine eligibility and service needs.
• Partner with families to support developmentally appropriate learning within daily routines and natural environments.
• Develop and implement instructional strategies to promote cognitive, communication, motor, social-emotional, and adaptive skill development.
• Coordinate services and consult with related service providers and community agencies.
• Maintain required documentation, progress reports, and compliance with IDEA Part C regulations.
• Participate in ongoing professional learning related to early intervention practices and family-centered service delivery.

Skills

Early childhood special education

Family engagement

Communication skills

Collaboration

Travel within district

Job description

Elementary Special Education Teacher – Early Intervention (Birth to Three Years) JobID: 14239

• Position Type:
  Special Education/ Special Education Teacher

Job Title:

Special Education Teacher – Early Intervention (Birth to Three Years)

Location:

Madison Early Childhood Center

Start Date:

October 27, 2025

Salary:

Per MHEA Master Agreement

Description

Madison District Public Schools is seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Special Education Teacher to serve children ages birth to three years who qualify for Michigan Mandatory Special Education under an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Services are provided in accordance with Michigan Administrative Rule 340.1862, which defines a delivery model rather than a separate special education program. Instruction and support are delivered in a variety of natural environments, such as the home, childcare settings, and community locations, based on each pupil’s individual needs.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with approval in Early Childhood Special Education (ZS) or endorsement appropriate for infants and toddlers.
• Knowledge of Michigan Administrative Rule 340.1862 and early intervention service models.
• Experience working with families and young children with developmental delays or disabilities preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel to home and community settings within the district.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide special education services as specified in each child’s IFSP.
• Conduct developmental assessments and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to determine eligibility and service needs.
• Partner with families to support developmentally appropriate learning within daily routines and natural environments.
• Develop and implement instructional strategies to promote cognitive, communication, motor, social-emotional, and adaptive skill development.
• Coordinate services and consult with related service providers and community agencies.
• Maintain required documentation, progress reports, and compliance with IDEA Part C regulations.
• Participate in ongoing professional learning related to early intervention practices and family-centered service delivery.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment