High School Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage (Medical, Dental, VIs

401(k) match

35-hour school week

Bonuses and incentives

Job summary

Cross Country Education seeks a Special Education Teacher (CI) in Dearborn, MI to support high school students with cognitive impairments. You will develop and monitor IEPs, collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families, and foster an inclusive learning environment.

The role offers competitive pay ($46.10–$49.20/hour), weekly pay, benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision and a 401(k) match, plus weekends and holidays off with paid sick leave.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field required.
• Michigan teaching certification with K-12 Special Education endorsement.
• CI endorsement required.
• Experience developing IEPs and applying evidence-based practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction for a small high school caseload with cognitive impairments.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs; track progress and adjust instruction as needed.
• Collaborate with educators, related service providers, and families to support academic, social, and functional growth.
• Foster a safe, inclusive classroom environment that promotes independence and student success.

Skills

Special Education

CI endorsement

IEP development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Master's degree preferred

Michigan K-12 Special Education endorsement

Job description

Are you passionate about special education and committed to helping students thrive? Cross Country Education is seeking a compassionate and skilled Special Education Teacher (Cognitive Impairment) to create meaningful learning experiences that empower high school students to reach their full potential during the 2026–2027 school year in Dearborn, MI.

Position Overview

• Provide specialized instruction and individualized educational support for a small caseload of high school students with cognitive impairments.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), tracking student progress and adjusting instruction as needed.
• Collaborate with educators, related service providers, and families to support students' academic, social, and functional growth.
• Foster a safe, inclusive classroom environment that encourages independence and student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field required; Master's degree preferred
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certification with a K–12 Special Education endorsement
• Cognitive Impairment (CI) endorsement required
• Experience developing IEPs and implementing evidence-based instructional practices preferred

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $46.10–$49.20per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy a consistent 35-hour school week, weekends and school holidays off, pluspaid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education:

www.crosscountry.com/education

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2